Easy Parmesan Pasta With Asparagus |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I actually came up with this recipe to use up some left-over steamed asparagus I had in the fridge. Feel free to add any other veggie of your choice or combination of veggies. Broccoli would work well, as would peas. Update...made this the other day and added uncooked shrimp in the beginning. That was pretty awesome! Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) package cooked pasta (i like linguine) |
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic |
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (amount optional) |
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (amount optional) |
1/2 teaspoon dried italian spices (amount optional) |
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese (extra for topping) |
2 cups diced steamed asparagus |
1 cup diced fresh tomato (optional) |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
4 tablespoons butter |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, add olive oil, butter, crushed red pepper, italian seasoning, parsley, and garlic. Cook over low heat until garlic is soft, about 5 minutes. Do not burn garlic.
2. When the garlic is soft, add the asparagus and tomato.
3. Stir until combined.
4. Add cooked pasta and parmesan.
5. Mix well.
6. Salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately.
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