Pasta With Asparagus and Peas

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   In a large frying pan, cook bacon until crisp.

2. 2

   Remove and drain on paper towel.

3. 3

   Keep about 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease aside.

4. 4

   To the pan, with the reserved bacon grease in it, add the asparagus, onions, garlic, salt and pepper stirring until tender-crisp (about 7 minutes).

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   Meanwhile in a large pot of boiling water, cook gnocchi or pasta according to package directions.

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   Add the peas in the last 2 minutes of boiling.

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   Drain, keeping 1 cup of the water aside.

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   Crumble the bacon and add it to the asparagus, add gnocchi along with 1/2 cup of the reserved water.

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   Add Parmesan and toss to coat.

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    (Add a little more of the reserved water if needed).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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