Mushroom and Asparagus Fettuccine |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is from . Ingredients:
8 ounces dried fettuccine or 8 ounces linguine |
8 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces |
3 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms or 3 cups cremini mushrooms |
1 medium leeks, thinly sliced or 1/2 cup chopped onion |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1/3 cup mushroom broth or 1/3 cup vegetable broth |
1/4 cup half-and-half or 1/4 cup light cream |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon black pepper |
1 cup chopped plum tomato |
1 tablespoon finely shredded fresh basil |
1 tablespoon finely shredded fresh oregano |
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted |
1 tablespoon finely shredded parmesan cheese (optional) |
Directions:
1. Cook fettuccine or linguine according to package directions, adding asparagus the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking; drain. Return pasta mixture to saucepan; cover and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook mushrooms, leek, and garlic in hot oil over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until most of the liquid is evaporated. Stir in broth, half-and-half, salt, and black pepper. Bring to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened. Stir in tomatoes, basil, and oregano; heat through.
3. Spoon the mushroom mixture over pasta mixture; toss gently to coat. Divide among 4 bowls or dinner plates. Sprinkle with pine nuts and, if desired, Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
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