Uncle Bill’s Asparagus Pasta Primavera

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Uncle Bill's Asparagus Pasta Primavera - A Spring Twist on Classic Pasta
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 cloves garlic , minced
1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus , trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms ( regular button mushrooms )
1/2 cup chopped cooked ham
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
4 large plum tomatoes , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 ounces uncooked linguine
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
660
Sugar
6g
Fat
36g
Uncle Bill's Asparagus Pasta Primavera is a fun twist on the classic pasta dish that incorporates fresh spring vegetables! The dish is packed with asparagus, mushrooms, and tomatoes, making it a great way to incorporate veggies into your diet. The light sauce is flavored with fresh herbs like basil, oregano, and rosemary, and the ham adds a salty kick to the dish. Served over a bed of linguine and topped with shredded Parmesan cheese, this pasta dish is perfect for a light and healthy dinner.

Instructions

1.In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2.In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3.Add asparagus, mushrooms, ham, basil, oregano, and rosemary. Cook until vegetables are tender.
4.Add chopped tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Serve the vegetable sauce over the cooked linguine and top with shredded parmesan cheese.

PROS

This dish is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your meal, and its light sauce makes it perfect for a spring or summer dinner.

The recipe is easy to follow, and the pasta dish can be customized to your liking with different herbs or vegetables.

CONS

This recipe requires a significant amount of prep work, as the vegetables must be washed and chopped before being cooked.

The dish is not vegetarian or vegan, as it contains ham and parmesan cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asparagus is packed with vitamins and minerals, especially folate, which is important for cell growth and development.
Mushrooms are a great source of protein, iron, and Vitamin D.
Tomatoes are high in antioxidants and potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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