Asparagus Carbonara Recipe

Name: Asparagus Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces spaghetti; 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 eggs; ¾ cup asiago cheese, finely shredded; ¼ cup milk; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered

Servings: persons

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until tender but firm, 8 to 10 minutes.
2
Drain and return to the pot, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
3
In a skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
4
Cook the onion and garlic until slightly softened, about 1 minute.
5
Add the asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes.
6
Remove from the heat.
7
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1/2 cup of the cheese, milk, salt and pepper.
8
Add the pasta along with the tomatoes and asparagus mixture.
9
Toss to coat, adding as much of the cooking liquid as desired to make the sauce creamy.
10
To serve, sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

309

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces spaghetti, 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Carbonara falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asparagus Carbonara

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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