Indulge in the delectable Beef and Asparagus Pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a culinary masterpiece, featuring tender beef strips and crisp asparagus enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce, all complemented by the al dente texture of pasta. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this easy-to-follow recipe that yields four generous servings. We'll guide you through each step, from prepping the ingredients to cooking the beef and asparagus, making the luscious sauce, and finally, combining all the elements to create this unforgettable dish. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's begin our culinary adventure! Along the way, we'll also explore variations of this classic recipe, including a vegetarian version that swaps beef for tofu, a spicy version that incorporates chili flakes and cayenne pepper, and a creamy version that adds a touch of mascarpone cheese. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with this versatile and delicious Beef and Asparagus Pasta!
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ROAST BEEF AND ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH GARLIC OIL
Get your Sunday supper in a refreshing pasta salad with roast beef, asparagus and scallion.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 1/3 cup of the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and cool to room temperature. Stir in the lemon juice and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the asparagus in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer the asparagus to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add to the bowl with the garlic oil.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
- Add the roast beef and scallions to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
BEEF & ASPARAGUS PASTA TOSS
Classic steakhouse flavors in an easy pasta bowl! Ground Beef and asparagus are tossed with pasta and parmesan cheese for a quick dinner.
Provided by BIWFD
Categories Entrée
Time 30m
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water 10 minutes or until almost tender. Add asparagus; continue cooking 3 to 4 minutes or until pasta and asparagus are tender. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; pour off drippings.
- Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat until hot. Add shallots and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add beef; toss to mix. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
- Combine beef mixture with pasta and asparagus in large bowl; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630
BEEF AND ASPARAGUS PASTA
Make and share this Beef and Asparagus Pasta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- In a small bowl combine cornstarch and 1/4 cup broth until smooth, and set aside.
- In a large nonstick skillet, or wok stir fry beef in oil for 1 minute or until meat is no longer pink.
- Add asparagus, onions, and garlic stir fry for 2 minutes.
- Add mushrooms, tomato, basil, and oregano, stir fry 2 minutes longer or until the vegetables are crisp and tender.
- Add the wine, olives, salt, pepper, and remaining broth.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture, and gradually stir into skillet.
- Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Drain pasta, and serve with beef mixture.
BEEF WITH BOW TIE PASTA
Meaty sirloin teams up with asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil in this tasty pasta supper.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, remove fat from beef. Cut beef with grain into 2-inch strips; cut strips across grain into 1/8-inch slices; set aside.
- Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add asparagus, onions and 1 cup of the broth; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated. Remove vegetables from skillet.
- Add beef to skillet. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is brown.
- Stir in asparagus mixture, remaining 1/2 cup broth, the pasta and remaining ingredients except cheese. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
ASPARAGUS PASTA BAKE
This asparagus pasta bake is a slightly fancier version of the baked ziti classic.
Provided by PaulD
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Pasta by Shape Recipes Ziti Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook ziti at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and parsley to drained pasta. Mix and set aside.
- Chop trimmed asparagus into 1/4-inch slices, separating stems and tips.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in asparagus stems; cook for another 3 minutes. Add bell pepper and cook, 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus tips and cook, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread 1 cup tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add 1/2 of the pasta mixture and smooth into an even layer. Sprinkle 1/2 of the vegetables on top. Top with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Add remaining pasta in an even layer, followed by remaining vegetables. Cover with remaining tomato sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, on the middle rack of the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Move to the top rack and continue to bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes more. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.2 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 801.2 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
ASPARAGUS BEEF SAUTE
I love filet mignon but not its price, so I came up with a recipe for more affordable beef tenderloin tail. Now I cook it once a week, plus my husband loves taking the leftovers to work. -Linda Flynn, Ellicott City, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Toss beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute beef 2 minutes. Add garlic and green onion; cook and stir until beef is browned, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute asparagus and mushrooms until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add beef, soy sauce and lemon juice; heat through, tossing to combine. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD
This parmesan asparagus pasta recipe is a great cold dish when it's hot outside! Hearty with ground beef and vegetables mixed in with your favorite noodles.
Provided by The Typical Mom
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large greased skillet, brown hamburger with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- While beef is browning, cook pasta in boiling water for 10 minutes. Then add chopped asparagus to boiling water. Continue boiling until pasta and asparagus are tender.
- Drain well when done. When beef is thoroughly cooked, spoon it out of the skillet and drain off any excess grease. Add shallots and garlic to the same skillet and cook over medium heat until they become transparent.
- Add beef back into the skillet and mix well. Combine pasta, asparagus, and beef mixture in a large mixing bowl. Pour into a casserole baking dish. Top with parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 oz, Calories 380 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g
LINGUINE WITH ASPARAGUS AND EGG
Ribbons of pasta and seasonal asparagus are topped with a poached egg in this simple vegetarian supper.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions, adding the asparagus in the last minute of cooking. Reserve 1 cup cooking liquid; drain pasta and asparagus and return to pot along with butter and Parmesan. Toss until butter is melted, adding enough pasta water to create a thin sauce that coats pasta.
- While pasta is cooking, in a large straight-sided skillet, heat 2 inches water over medium until a few bubbles rise to the top. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently pour into skillet. Cook until whites are set and yolks are runny, 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer eggs to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- To serve, divide pasta among 4 bowls, top each serving with an egg, and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 21 g
BEEF & ASPARAGUS PASTA TOSS
Make and share this Beef & Asparagus Pasta Toss recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lubie
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water 10 minutes or until almost tender.
- Add asparagus; continue cooking 3 to 4 minutes or until pasta and asparagus are tender.
- Drain well.
- Meanwhile brown ground beef in large non-stick skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is not pink, breaking up into 3/4 inch crumbles.
- Remove from skillet with slotted spoon.
- Pour off drippings.
- Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add shallots and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat.
- Add beef; toss to mix.
- Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
- Combine beef mixture with pasta and asparagus in large bowl; toss well.
- Sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.5, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 93.1, Sodium 82.8, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 26.6
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta. A sturdy pasta like penne or rigatoni will hold up well to the sauce and vegetables.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should still have a slight bite to it.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the beef and asparagus, make sure to give them plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what will really bring the dish together, so make sure to use a sauce that you enjoy.
- Add some fresh herbs. Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can really brighten up the dish.
Conclusion:
Beef and asparagus pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its tender beef, crisp asparagus, and flavorful sauce, this dish is a winner. So next time you're looking for a simple but delicious meal, give beef and asparagus pasta a try.
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