Creamy Asparagus, Herb, And Pea Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Asparagus, Herb, And Pea Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 thin pancetta slices (about 5/8 ounce); 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced; 2/3 cup unsalted chicken stock; 3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (about 1/3 cup); 3 tablespoons mascarpone cheese; 8 ounces uncooked pappardelle (wide ribbon pasta); 1 1/2 cups (1-inch) asparagus pieces; 1/2 cup frozen green peas; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives

Servings: persons

2 thin pancetta slices (about 5/8 ounce)
1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced
2/3 cup unsalted chicken stock
3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (about 1/3 cup)
3 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
8 ounces uncooked pappardelle (wide ribbon pasta)
1 1/2 cups (1-inch) asparagus pieces
1/2 cup frozen green peas
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives

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Place pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat; cook 6 minutes or until pancetta begins to crisp, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 4 minutes. Add the cream cheese and mascarpone, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Strain sauce through a fine sieve over a large bowl. Discard solids.
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Cook pasta according to package directions; omitting salt and fat. Add asparagus and peas during last 2 minutes of cooking; cook 2 minutes. Drain. Add the pasta mixture, salt, and black pepper to sauce in bowl; toss well to combine. Sprinkle with parsley and chives.
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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 thin pancetta slices (about 5/8 ounce), 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced, 2/3 cup unsalted chicken stock, 3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (about 1/3 cup), and more.

Yes, Creamy Asparagus, Herb, And Pea 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.

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Creamy Asparagus, Herb, And Pea Pasta

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