How to Make Elegant Penne with Asparagus and Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to creating a truly elegant and impressive meal, it's hard to beat the combination of fresh seafood and succulent asparagus. This recipe for Elegant Penne with Asparagus and Shrimp is a perfect example of how simple, high-quality ingredients can come together to create a dish that is not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious.

Penne pasta serves as the base for this dish, providing a satisfying and hearty foundation for the tender shrimp and crisp asparagus...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup onion, chopped
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 10 spears asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 18 peeled and deveined large shrimp (21 to 25 per lb)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine, and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the red pepper flakes, butter, and asparagus; cook until the asparagus is just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and lemon juice, continue cooking until the shrimp have turned pink and are no longer translucent in the center. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the cooked penne pasta with the shrimp and asparagus mixture.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese to garnish.
  • Nutrition

    638 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 314mg
    • Sodium: 522mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 50g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 287mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 720mg