Creamy Asparagus Pasta

Creamy Asparagus Pasta

This creamy asparagus pasta recipe makes a wonderfully satisfying meal that cooks in minutes. Delicious!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 pint light cream
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.

Step 2
In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saut? garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cream and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 3
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 4
Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

247
Calories
5g
Fat
44g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 247
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol10mg 3%
Sodium31mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber4g 15%
Total Sugars1g
Protein8g
Vitamin C15mg 73%
Calcium35mg 3%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium185mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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