Creamy Asparagus Pasta
This creamy asparagus pasta is a deliciously smooth and flavorful Italian-inspired dish, perfect for a quick springtime meal featuring fresh asparagus and a rich, velvety sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
- Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens slightly and cheese is melted.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy asparagus sauce.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt. Adding toasted pine nuts on top adds a delightful crunch.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/creamy-asparagus-pasta/