Pasta with Goat Cheese and Roasted Asparagus

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   Preheat oven to 450F.

2. 2

   Place asparagus on a large rimmed baking sheet; dot with 2 tablespoons butter, and season with salt and pepper.

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   Roast until tender, tossing occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from oven and cut into 2-inch lengths.

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   Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt.

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   Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions.

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   Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water; drain pasta, and return to the pot.

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   In a bowl, combine goat cheese, remaining 3 tablespoons butter, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water.

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   Season with salt and pepper, and whisk until smooth.

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    Add goat-cheese mixture and asparagus to pot; toss with pasta to combine, adding enough additional pasta water to create a thin sauce to coat pasta.

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    To serve, divide among shallow bowls, and garnish with chives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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