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Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
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Saute asparagus in 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat for 4 minutes. Remove asparagus from pan. Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add leek; saute 2 minutes. Add garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add wine; cook for 30 seconds. Add pasta, asparagus, mint, and remaining ingredients; toss.
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Peas, Pancetta, and Lemon: Add 1 cup frozen peas during last 2 minutes of cooking pasta; drain. Saute 1 ounce diced pancetta 3 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves; cook 30 seconds. Add 3 tablespoons dry white wine; cook 30 seconds. Add pasta, 1 tablespoon butter, 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. SERVES 4 (serving size: 3/4 cup) CALORIES 194; FAT 7g (sat 1g); SODIUM 325mg
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Pesto and Almonds: Add 6 ounces (1-inch) cut green beans during last 4 minutes of cooking pasta. Drain. Saute 2 minced garlic cloves in 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 minute. Add pasta mixture, 1/4 cup chopped almonds, 2 tablespoons pesto, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese; toss. SERVES 4 (serving size: 1 cup) CALORIES 245; FAT 6g (sat 6g); SODIUM 300mg
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Tomatoes, Feta, and Thyme: Cook pasta; drain. Saute 1 cup sliced leek in 4 teaspoons olive oil over medium heat 2 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves; saute 30 seconds. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice, pasta, 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 2 teaspoons minced thyme, and 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese. SERVES 4 (serving size: 3/4 cup) CALORIES 195; FAT 3g (sat 4g); SODIUM 127mg
