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Penne With Asparagus, Ricotta and Lemon Recipe

Penne With Asparagus, Ricotta and Lemon Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 1/2 lbs asparagus
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided
4 tbsp chopped fresh chives
4 tsp grated lemon peel
4 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
16 oz penne ( tube-shaped pasta)

Directions:

Peel asparagus stems, if desired. Cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
In a bowl, stir ricotta, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese, chives, lemon peel, lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth.
Cook penne in large pot of boiling salted water 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente; drain. Place in large bowl.
Meanwhile, place asparagus in steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 4 to 6 minutes or until just tender. Place asparagus on plate. Whisk 1/2-2/3 cup of the steaming liquid into ricotta mixture until smooth.
Toss penne with ricotta mixture and asparagus. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	272.23 Kcal (1140 kJ)
Calories from fat	133.41 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.82g	23%
Cholesterol	37.76mg	13%
Sodium	627.7mg	26%
Potassium	308.99mg	7%
Total Carbs	14.72g	5%
Sugars	4.22g	17%
Dietary Fiber	5.55g	22%
Protein	18.83g	38%
Vitamin C	11mg	18%
Iron	2.6mg	14%
Calcium	410.3mg	41%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	103.84 Kcal (435 kJ)
Calories from fat	50.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.65g	23%
Cholesterol	14.4mg	13%
Sodium	239.43mg	26%
Potassium	117.86mg	7%
Total Carbs	5.62g	5%
Sugars	1.61g	17%
Dietary Fiber	2.12g	22%
Protein	7.18g	38%
Vitamin C	4.2mg	18%
Iron	1mg	14%
Calcium	156.5mg	41%

* 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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