Creamy Asparagus Pasta

A wonderfully satisfying meal that cooks in minutes. Delicious!

Original recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pint light cream
1 pound linguine pasta
1 lemon, juiced

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • COOK

    25 mins

  • READY IN

    30 mins

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.
  2. In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.
  4. Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.

Nutrition

Calories: 247 kcal
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg
Fat: 4.7 g
Fiber: 4.1 g
Protein: 8.3 g
Sodium: 31 mg

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