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Asparagus, Peas & Penne

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April  7, 2010
4.4
7 Ratings
  • Serves 6-8
Author Notes

The inspiration for creating this simple dinner last night was a convergence of ideas that satisfied the resulting carb-craving from a week of Passover meals, and something to do with the three pounds of beautiful asparagus that were purchased on an impulse buy the day beforehand. (Yes, I know this photo doesn't show the fresh tarragon - oops.) —BonEllen

What You'll Need
Ingredients
  • 8-10 ounces penne pasta, or other short pasta
  • 2 pounds fresh aparagus
  • 1/2 pound frozen fresh peas
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded or shaved parmesan cheese
  • salt & pepper
Directions
  1. Bring large pot of salted water to boil and add penne. Set timer 3 minutes shorter than recommended cook time on box. Meanwhile, wash asparagus, trim off ends and cut into 1 1/2" lengths. When timer sounds, add asparagus to boiling pot of pasta and boil for two additional minutes. Add the frozen peas, return to boil, and allow to finish cooking for one more minute.
  2. Reserve 1/2 C of pasta water before draining everything together. Don't worry about getting all of the water out while draining. Transfer to a bowl, or back in the pot to minimize dishes, and toss with chopped tarragon, olive oil and salt & pepper. Add some reserved pasta water, or not. Serve with parmesan cheese.
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2 Reviews

kirstenr April 8, 2010
Cooked this for lunch today- it was wonderful!!!
 
BonEllen April 8, 2010
Thanks for sharing! Glad you enjoyed it!