Asparagus Splendida Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus
6 tbsp butter
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
8 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups sliced, fresh button mushrooms
1/2 cup prosciutto, chopped small
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
4 large fresh plum tomatoes, , diced
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 oz spaghetti (of your choice) or 12 oz pasta (of your choice)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (, parmigiano reggiano preferred)

Directions:

Rinse asparagus, break off tough ends and discard.
Cut asparagus into 3/4 inch lengths and place in a bowl filled with cold water and set aside.
In a large frying pan, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and saute' for about 3 minutes.
Drain asparagus and add to frying pan, cover and cook for 2 minutes, stirring at least once.
Add mushrooms, proscuitto, basil, oregano and rosemary, mix well and cook covered until asparagus is tender crisp, about 5 minutes (DO NOT OVERCOOK), stir frequently.
Stir in chopped diced tomatoes, salt and pepper and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
If mixture appears too dry, add more butter.
Meanwhile, in a pasta cooking pot or a large pot, fill 3/4 full with water and bring to a rolling boil.
Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add spaghetti and cook uncovered as instructed on package, about 12 to 15 minutes or until el dente'.
Drain well.
Transfer spaghetti to a large bowl and pour sauce over, toss to coat well.
Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and lightly toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	475.31 Kcal (1990 kJ)
Calories from fat	195.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	21.75g	33%
Cholesterol	44.33mg	15%
Sodium	837.52mg	35%
Potassium	839.75mg	18%
Total Carbs	54.88g	18%
Sugars	8.05g	32%
Dietary Fiber	6g	24%
Protein	17.46g	35%
Vitamin C	25.7mg	43%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	4.7mg	26%
Calcium	84.4mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	132.83 Kcal (556 kJ)
Calories from fat	54.69 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.08g	33%
Cholesterol	12.39mg	15%
Sodium	234.06mg	35%
Potassium	234.68mg	18%
Total Carbs	15.34g	18%
Sugars	2.25g	32%
Dietary Fiber	1.68g	24%
Protein	4.88g	35%
Vitamin C	7.2mg	43%
Iron	1.3mg	26%
Calcium	23.6mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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