Penne With Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts And Lemon

Name: Penne With Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts And Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tsp. pine nuts; 2 lb. asparagus; 1 1/2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil; salt and freshly ground pepper; 8 oz. penne; 3/4 c. chicken stock; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 1/2 tsp. unsalted butter; 1 oz. grated Parmesan; 4 tsp. fresh chives; 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Place pine nuts in a baking pan and toast about 8 minutes.
3
Remove and increase oven to 450u00b0.Cut asparagus tips at an angle.
4
Peel stalks and cut same size as tips.
5
Add oil, salt and pepper.
6
Roast on baking sheet in oven about 15 minutes, tossing several times.
7
Remove from pan and set aside.
8
Cook penne according to directions on package and drain.
9
Transfer pasta to large saute pan.
10
Add chicken stock and lemon juice.
11
Cook until liquid reduced about 5 minutes.
12
Add butter, 3/4 cheese, asparagus, salt and pepper and cook until butter melts.
13
Stir in herbs. Season sprinkled with pine nuts and remaining cheese.

219

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tsp. pine nuts, 2 lb. asparagus, 1 1/2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Penne With Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts And Lemon 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!