Farfalle with Asparagus, Roasted Shallots and Blue Cheese

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   Preheat oven to 375F.

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   Toss shallots with 2 tablespoons oil on baking sheet; spread in single layer.

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   Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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   Bake until tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes.

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   Stir 2 tablespoons oil and breadcrumbs in skillet over medium heat until crumbs brown, about 4 minutes.

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   (Shallots and crumbs can be made 8 hours ahead.

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   Cover separately; keep at room temperature.)

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   Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water 10 minutes.

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   Add asparagus; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender and pasta is tender but still firm to bite, about 4 minutes.

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    Drain pasta and asparagus.

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    Transfer to large bowl.

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    Immediately add blue cheese and shallots.

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    Toss until cheese melts and pasta is well coated.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Transfer to bowls.

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    Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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