Farfalle With Cremini, Asparagus and Walnuts Recipe

Name: Farfalle With Cremini, Asparagus and Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 lb farfalle pasta; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced; 1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 inch pieces; 1 cup mascarpone cheese; 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg; ¾ cup walnuts, toasted; ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or more to taste)

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta until al dente.
2
Drain pasta but reserve 1 cup pasta water.
3
Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat.
4
Add mushrooms and garlic; saute about 5 minutes until tender and most of the juices have evaporated.
5
Add asparagus and saute another 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
6
Add the farfalle to skillet; stir in the mascarpone and nutmeg and toss until cheese coats the pasta.
7
Add a bit of the pasta water at a time to moisten (you do not need to use entire cup, just put enough in to moisten to your preference).
8
Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts and season pasta with salt and freshly ground pepper.
9
Place pasta in large bowl and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and walnuts.

865

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, 1 lb farfalle pasta, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Farfalle With Cremini, Asparagus and Walnuts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Farfalle With Cremini, Asparagus and Walnuts

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Variations & substitutions

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