Best 7 Elegant Penne With Asparagus And Shrimp Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary symphony of flavors with this elegant penne dish, where succulent shrimp and tender asparagus intertwine in a creamy parmesan sauce, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. This enticing pasta dish is elevated with a touch of white wine, garlic, and lemon zest, resulting in a delightful symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Alongside this main course, discover a collection of complementary recipes to craft a complete and satisfying meal. Delight in the vibrant flavors of a refreshing citrus salad, where zesty oranges, ruby red grapefruit, and sweet strawberries mingle in a tangy dressing. Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with a savory grilled vegetable platter, featuring colorful bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and succulent zucchini roasted to perfection. Enhance your dining experience with a creamy and rich avocado dip, perfect for dipping your favorite crackers or vegetables. Conclude your culinary journey with a sweet and tangy berry compote, where mixed berries simmer in a luscious sauce, creating a delectable topping for ice cream, pancakes, or yogurt.

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ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP PENNE PASTA



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It's that time of year for everyone to eat their fill of fresh asparagus! I found this from Kraft and thought it looked wonderful.

Provided by nonnie4sj

Categories     Penne

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb asparagus spear, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup garlic & herb salad dressing mix, prepared and divided
1 lb cleaned medium shrimp
1 large red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 cups penne pasta or 2 cups ziti pasta, uncooked
4 ounces feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in 1 tablespoons of the prepared dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add shrimp and red pepper; cover.
  • Cook 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Drain pasta; place in large serving bowl.
  • Add remaining dressing, asparagus mixture and cheese; toss lightly.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 133, Sodium 347.9, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 3, Protein 22.9

SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS PENNE



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This pretty pasta main course has only a few ingredients, so it's a breeze to whip up. "We used to prepare it with heavy cream, but I substituted half-and-half to cut fat, and it's just as good," writes Diane Shipley of Concord, Ohio.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute asparagus in butter for 4 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt and cream until smooth; gradually add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. , Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; toss with shrimp mixture and sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PENNE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetable     Sauté     Basil     Shrimp     Asparagus     White Wine     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/4 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 3/4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
12 ounces penne pasta
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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.

PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND SMOKED SALMON CREAM



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What speaks more of spring than asparagus? Velvety textures of cream and the smoked salmon are well balanced with crisp-tender asparagus and the freshness of lemon zest. This is a creamy flavorful dish that I've created on my own after trying some less than exciting versions from other cook books and magazines. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Penne

Time 12m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb penne or 1 lb other short pasta
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1 & 1/2 in. pieces
3 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon lemon zest, julienne, grated
4 -6 ounces smoked salmon or 4 -6 ounces nova lox
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons locatelli cheese or 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in plenty of boiling salted water per package directions. (al dente).
  • Melt butter in frying pan and add shallots.
  • Sautee' 1-2 minutes until they begin to sweat.
  • Add asparagus and continue to sautee' until crisp-tender.
  • Once the asparagus are crisp-tender add half and half, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons dill and salt. Bring to a light simmer.
  • Drain pasta and add the pasta and the salmon to the cream sauce, lightly toss and heat through. Turn into serving bowl or platter and top with remaining dill and sprinkling of grated cheese.

PENNE WITH SALMON AND ASPARAGUS



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3 of my most favorite things! This meal comes together fairly quickly, yet is elegant enough to serve to company.

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package penne rigate or 1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken broth
1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut crosswise into thirds then lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepot, cook pasta as label directs and then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a 12-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add asparagus, salt and pepper and cook until asparagus is almost tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Add shallot and remaining 1 teaspoon oil; cook, stirring constantly, two minutes longer.
  • Add wine; heat to boiling over high heat.
  • Stir in broth and heat to boiling.
  • Arrange salmon slices in skillet; cover and cook until just opaque throughout, 2- 3 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in tarragon.
  • In a warmed serving bowl, toss pasta with asparagus mixture.

PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Dawn Murray

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 28-ounce can Italian-style tomatoes
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
3/4 pound penne, freshly cooked
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter with oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to bowl. Add onions and garlic to Dutch oven. Sauté until light golden, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices, oregano and crushed red pepper. Bring sauce to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, breaking up tomatoes with back of spoon and stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • Return asparagus to sauce. Cook until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add penne and 1/2 cup cheese. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Serve, passing additional cheese separately.

PENNE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Absolutely delicious and pretty quick! Adapted from an epicurious.com recipe. Quick and flavorful pasta that's special enough for company.

Provided by Lisa in Acworth

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup drained sun-dried tomato packed in oil, about 4 oz,sliced,4 tbsp oil reserved
1 lb asparagus, trimmed & cut on diagonal into 1/2 inch pieces
1 1/2 lbs uncooked peeled and deveined shrimp
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper (I added more b/c I like it spicy)
1 3/4 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
16 ounces penne pasta
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil reserved from tomatoes in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add asparagus and saute until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to bowl.
  • Add sundried tomatoes, shrimp, 1/4 cup basil, garlic, oregano, and crushed red pepper to same skillet and saute 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.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente.
  • 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& pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.3, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 375, Sodium 2066.7, Carbohydrate 107.5, Fiber 16.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 60.9

### Tips:
  • Choose Fresh and Vibrant Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality asparagus and shrimp to ensure the best flavor and texture in your dish.
  • Cook the Asparagus Just Right: Avoid overcooking the asparagus to maintain its crispness and bright green color. Steaming or sautéing are excellent methods to achieve this.
  • Don't Overcook the Shrimp: Shrimp is delicate and cooks quickly, so be cautious not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp becomes tough and rubbery.
  • Use a High-Quality Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil adds a rich, fruity flavor to the dish, complementing the other ingredients.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season the dish well with salt, pepper, and other spices of your choice. Proper seasoning enhances the flavors of all components.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley, basil, or chives adds a pop of color and a burst of flavor to the dish.
  • Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed when served immediately after preparation, as the asparagus and shrimp are at their peak flavor and texture.
### Conclusion:

Elegant Penne with Asparagus and Shrimp is a flavorful and visually appealing dish that combines the vibrant flavors of asparagus and shrimp with the comforting texture of penne pasta. By following the tips and tricks provided, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you serve it as a main course or as a side dish, this elegant pasta dish is a delightful addition to any occasion.

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