How to Make Pasta with Asparagus - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something irresistibly delicious about the combination of tender, earthy asparagus and al dente pasta. This dish is a celebration of spring, when asparagus is at its peak and bursting with flavor. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or want to impress your guests with a stunning dinner, this pasta with asparagus recipe is sure to be a hit.

Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that adds a burst of color, texture, and flavor to any dish. When paired with pas...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute asparagus in the pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and mushroom slices; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Gently toss pasta with asparagus mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper.
  • Nutrition

    281 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 339mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 149mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 665mg