Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans Recipe

Name: Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta; 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup pecan halves, toasted and divided; Garnishes; freshly grated parmesan cheese; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and divided
Garnishes
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh ground pepper

1
Prepare pasta according to package direction; rinse and drain.
2
Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces.
3
Saute asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 4 minutes.
4
Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2 minutes.
5
Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
7
Stir in salt and pepper.
8
Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans.
9
Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
10
Garnish if desired.

825

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup), and more.

Yes, Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans

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