Scampi Pasta with Asparagus and Walnuts

1. 1

   Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.

2. 2

   Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.

3. 3

   Cool the pasta under running cold water, drain, and set aside.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

5. 5

   Add the garlic and walnuts.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat to low.

7. 7

   Cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 5 to 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Increase the heat to medium.

9. 9

   Add the dulse, parsley, and asparagus.

10. 10

    Cook, stirring, until the asparagus is partially cooked, about 3 minutes.

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    Stir in 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water and continue to cook until the asparagus is crisp-tender, another 2 minutes.

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    Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, the reserved pasta, and the other 1/2 cup of reserved pasta cooking water.

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    Cook, stirring, until the pasta is heated through and the sauce has thickened.

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    Season to taste with salt, plenty of black pepper, and the rest of the lemon juice, if needed.

15. 15

    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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