Irresistible Asparagus Pasta

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1poundfresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces

  • 2tablespoonsbutter

  • 1clovegarlic, minced

  • 1pintlight cream

  • 1poundlinguine pasta

  • 1lemon, juiced

Cooking Directions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.

  2. In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cream and simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.

  4. Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories247
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
5g
6%
Saturated Fat
2g
12%
Cholesterol
10mg
3%
Sodium
31mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
44g
16%
Dietary Fiber
4g
15%
Total Sugars
1g
Protein
8g
17%
Vitamin C
15mg
16%
Calcium
35mg
3%
Iron
3mg
14%
Potassium
185mg
4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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