ASPARAGUS PASTA WITH TOASTED PECANS

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I recently had a back log of Southern Living Magazines waiting for me to go through. When I came across this pasta recipe, I just knew it was one I couldn't let get away without trying. I am posting it here so I will always know where to find it! This dish makes a great main course or side dish. I prepared this dish as soon as I had all the ingredients on hand and I have to say, it is as delicious as it sounds! This is a very easy recipe to add your desired amount of chicken or shrimp, if you like. I hope you think it looks as tempting as I did ; )!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and divided
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package direction; rinse and drain.
  • Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces.
  • Sauté asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 4 minutes.
  • Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in salt and pepper.
  • Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans.
  • Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
  • Garnish if desired.
  • Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.7, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 628.6, Carbohydrate 66.6, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 13.9

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