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Pappardelle With Peas and Asparagus in Orange-saffron Sauce Recipe

Pappardelle With Peas and Asparagus in Orange-saffron Sauce Recipe

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Pappardelle With Peas and Asparagus in Orange-saffron Sauce

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Trim and cut the asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
Chop the onion to your desired texture.
Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the asparagus.
Cook until crisp-tender, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Remove the asparagus and set aside.
Add the pappardelle to the boiling water and cook till al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, set a large skillet over medium heat.
Add saffron to the skillet and heat till the saffron is fragrant and brittle, approximately 30 seconds.
Crush the saffron to a powder with the back of a wooden spoon.
Add the butter to the pan, heat till melted.
Add the onion and saute till translucent.
Stir in peas and orange zest, cook about 2 minutes, till peas are tender.
Add the orange juice and asparagus, cook till the asparagus is warmed through.
Season to taste with salt.
When the pasta is cooked, drain and toss with the asparagus mixture.
Serve with the grated Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	252.43 Kcal (1057 kJ)
Calories from fat	87.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.76g	15%
Cholesterol	22.9mg	8%
Sodium	6.59mg	0%
Potassium	392.99mg	8%
Total Carbs	34.2g	11%
Sugars	6.78g	27%
Dietary Fiber	4.69g	19%
Protein	8.03g	16%
Vitamin C	31.7mg	53%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	2.6mg	15%
Calcium	47.7mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	79.58 Kcal (333 kJ)
Calories from fat	27.7 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.08g	15%
Cholesterol	7.22mg	8%
Sodium	2.08mg	0%
Potassium	123.9mg	8%
Total Carbs	10.78g	11%
Sugars	2.14g	27%
Dietary Fiber	1.48g	19%
Protein	2.53g	16%
Vitamin C	10mg	53%
Iron	0.8mg	15%
Calcium	15mg	5%

* 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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