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Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Indulge in a burst of freshness with Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta! This vibrant dish combines tender asparagus spears with al dente pasta coated in a luscious lemon-infused cream sauce. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, making it a perfect blend of comfort and elegance on your plate.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 1243kcal
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Ingredients
Let's gather the ingredients!
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 16 oz pasta
- 2½ cups shiitake mushrooms chopped
- 16 oz asparagus
- 3 cups Parmesan cheese grated
- ¼ cup lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Let's Begin!
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with asparagus, then drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook pasta in boiling water.
- Melt butter in a medium pot, then add minced garlic. Once browned, pour in heavy cream and boil for 4-5 minutes on medium-high heat.
- Stir in Parmesan, lemon zest, mushrooms, and asparagus.
- Mix in cooked pasta until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with extra grated cheese, lemon zest, and parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 1243kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 70g | Saturated Fat: 43g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 1838mg | Potassium: 1110mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 3360IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 1033mg | Iron: 5mg
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