Penne With Pistachios, Asparagus, And Cream Recipe

Name: Penne With Pistachios, Asparagus, And Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup pistachio nut, peeled; 1 lb thin asparagus, cut into thirds; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1 cup half-and-half; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 lb dry penne pasta; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

1
Cook the asparagus in a stockpot in boiling salted water, uncovered, over medium-high heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove the asparagus, saving the water so the pasta can be prepared in the same pot.
2
Saute garlic in butter in a saute pan over medium heat.
3
Meanwhile start cooking the pasta, according to package directions.
4
Add the asparagus and pepper.
5
Increase heat to high and pour in the wine, stirring for about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium.
6
Pour the half and half and the cream over asparagus mixture and simmer for 2 minutes.
7
Season with salt.
8
When pasta is done, drain and return to pot.
9
Combine asparagus sauce with pasta, stirring over medium heat.
10
Add cheese, stirring until it melts; transfer to platter.
11
Garnish with pistachio nuts and serve immediately.

762

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup pistachio nut, peeled, 1 lb thin asparagus, cut into thirds, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Penne With Pistachios, Asparagus, And Cream 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!

Penne With Pistachios, Asparagus, And Cream

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