Fettuccine With Prosciutto and Asparagus

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Ready In: 25 Minutes

Servings: 4

CL 2003 annual.

Ingredients:

3 cups diagonally cut asparagus

1 (9 ounce) package fresh fettuccine

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup chopped onion

2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1/2 cup chopped prosciutto (about 2 oz.)

2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (1 oz.)

Directions:

1. Cook asparagus and pasta in boiling water 3 minutes or until pasta is done.
2. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
3. Wipe pan dry and heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Add proscuitto and cook 2 more minutes; stirring frequently.
4. Stir in asparagus and pasta, reserved liquid, vinegar, salt and peppers. Toss well.
5. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.

By RecipeOfHealth.com