Asparagus, Red Pepper And Corn Pasta Recipe

Name: Asparagus, Red Pepper And Corn Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. Gemelli pasta; 1 pound thin asparagus; 1 medium-sized red pepper, cut in bite sized pieces; 1 medium ear fresh corn, kernels removed; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 T virgin olive oil; 1 C part-skim ricotta cheese; 2 T shredded parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 tsp Sea salt; 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper; 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste); 1/4 C fresh basil chiffonade

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. Gemelli pasta
1 pound thin asparagus
1 medium-sized red pepper, cut in bite sized pieces
1 medium ear fresh corn, kernels removed
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 T virgin olive oil
1 C part-skim ricotta cheese
2 T shredded parmesan cheese
1 1/2 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper
1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)
1/4 C fresh basil chiffonade

1
Steam asparagus for three minutes. Remove from pan and refresh in cold water. Cut asparagus in diagonal 1-inch pieces, discarding the tough stem end (or save for later use in making vegetable stock).
2
Bring water to boil in another pot and cook gemelli according to package directions.
3
In saute pan, heat 2 T olive oil over medium heat. Add red pepper and corn and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and saute for another 3 minutes. Add asparagus, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes.
4
Add mixture to hot pasta. Stir in ricotta cheese and parmesan cheese until combined. Add fresh basil chiffonade and gently stir. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

1242

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb. Gemelli pasta, 1 pound thin asparagus, 1 medium-sized red pepper, cut in bite sized pieces, 1 medium ear fresh corn, kernels removed, and more.

Yes, Asparagus, Red Pepper And Corn Pasta 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, Red Pepper And Corn Pasta

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