Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus Recipe

Name: Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon vodka or water; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese; 1/4 cup fat-free milk; 1.5 ounces vegetarian Parmesan cheese, grated (about 6 tablespoons); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vodka or water
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1.5 ounces vegetarian Parmesan cheese, grated (about 6 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain in a colander over a bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add asparagus, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; saute 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from heat. Add rind and juice; toss. Keep warm.
3
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add vodka and garlic; cook 1 minute. Add cream cheese, stirring until smooth. Stir in milk, Parmesan cheese, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir in reserved pasta water, pasta, and asparagus; toss to coat noodles. Sprinkle with chives.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus 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.

Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus

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