PESTO ASPARAGUS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: garlic, asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper, penne pasta, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt, sun-dried tomato, parmesan cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425˚F/220˚C.
- In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil.
- Remove the woody ends of the asparagus and discard. Cut the remaining spears into quarters and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper over the asparagus and toss so each piece is evenly coated. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In the boiling water, cook the penne for 10-12 minutes, or until al dente, and drain.
- Using a blender or food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil until it becomes a paste. Add in Parmesan and salt and blend.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted asparagus, and pesto (about 3 hefty tablespoons). Toss together and serve hot or cold, and top with Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 717 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 12 grams
PENNE PASTA SALAD WITH SUN DRIED TOMATOES, ASPARAGUS AND BASIL
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to directions. Drain.
- Saute asparagus tips in garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper until tender. Add to the pasta along with the basil and sun-dried tomatoes. Toss to mix. Adjust seasonings as necessary. Refrigerate 1 hour or longer before serving.
PENNE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND ASPARAGUS
Heavenly!!! This is a family favorite that is very easy to put together. A good quality white wine works best.... enjoy! Cooking time includes waiting for water to boil!
Provided by Heart N Soul
Categories Penne
Time 30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook Pasta as directed, drain, set aside.
- In large skillet, heat olive oil.
- Add onion, garlic, and rosemary, saute until garlic begins to caramelize and the onions are translucent.
- Add white wine and simmer for about one minute.
- Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, asparagus and sundried tomatoes.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are heated.
- Toss cream mixture with pasta and Grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1389.6, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 24.4, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 82.6, Carbohydrate 194.5, Fiber 28.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 22.4
BOW TIE PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES, AND BOURSIN
Although this serves two, it can easily be adapted for more. Garden fresh and quick to make. From Bride and Groom: First and Forever.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the pine nuts in a dry small skillet over medium heat. Shake constantly until evenly toasted on all sides, about 4 minutes. Set aside.
- Fill a large saucepan three fourths full of water. Bring to a boil over high heat and add kosher salt. (about 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt per quart of water). Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until barely tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook until tender-crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain the pasta and asparagus, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking water.
- Set the pan over medium heat and heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Return the pasta and asparagus to the pan, then add the reserved cooking water. Add the tomatoes (if using), Parmesan cheese, Bousin, dill and the 3/4 teaspoons lemon pepper and toss to combine. Stir in the pine nuts. Season with kosher salt to taste and more lemon pepper if necessary.
- Divide the pasta between 2 bowls and garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 775.5, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 280.5, Carbohydrate 95.7, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 4.5, Protein 27.9
PENNE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Categories Pasta Tomato Vegetable Sauté Basil Shrimp Asparagus White Wine Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil reserved from tomatoes in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to bowl. Add sun-dried tomatoes, shrimp, 1/4 cup basil, garlic, oregano, and crushed red pepper to same skillet and sauté until shrimp are just opaque in center, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp mixture to bowl with asparagus. Add broth, wine, and tomato paste to same skillet. Boil until sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain; return pasta to same pot. Add shrimp mixture, sauce, remaining 1/4 cup basil, and cheese to pasta. Toss over medium heat until warmed through and sauce coats pasta. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS
Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.
Provided by Lucia D
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
- Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
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