Pasta with Asparagus Recipe

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Many terrific recipes change hands at the monthly get-togethers of my ladies' bridge group. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. —Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

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Pasta with Asparagus Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
  • Yield: 4-6 Servings
5 15 20

Ingredients

  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Directions

  • In a large skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 259 calories, 13 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 83 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 7 g protein.

Originally published as Pasta with Asparagus in Taste of Home April/May 1994, p33

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Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2012 by kteana

Followed the recipe and loved it!

Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2012 by wthtail333

One of my families favorite. I use a little less oil and more cheese and adjust the peppers to taste!!! YUMMY!!!!

Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2012 by Dodger205

Excellent choice for a light quick dinner. I used whole wheat thin spaghetti.

Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2012 by nfdill

What a great dish! Served this for guests & everyone loved it! Thank you!

Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2012 by StephanieOR

This is an excellent dish - served hot or cold it's a big hit.

Reviewed on Feb. 29, 2012 by Chonky

I didn't think this recipe would taste that great, but I was so wrong! Simple recipe with a few ingredients that results in great taste! What more could you ask for?

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2011 by vivquilts

I, too, have made this recipe for many years, since I saw it in the magazine. I make this at least every 2-3 weeks. It's great with 1 or more of the following additions: portabello mushrooms (saute first, remove from pan, proceed with recipe and add in just before mixing with pasta), halved cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced black olives. Also, I don't add the cheese to the pasta until it is on the individual plates.

Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2011 by powerma

I have never reviewed a recipe, but this was awesome the flavor was great and even the kids ate it because of the noodles. We will make this often

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2010 by puppyminded

I made this and i love it! Very easy and quick to make and very good flavor.

Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2010 by auradracorai

I made this for the first time a few years back when I came acrossed it in one of the Taste Of Home magazines. Never had asparagus before this and it has become a favorite in the house since then. By the way never use asparagus from a can (it is to mushy and does not taste no where near as good as the fresh stuff).

 
 

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