Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our creamy asparagus pasta, a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate sweetness of asparagus with a velvety cream sauce. This delectable dish is an ode to spring's bounty, showcasing the vibrant hues and flavors of fresh asparagus.
Experience a delightful journey through a collection of asparagus pasta recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. Discover the simplicity of a creamy asparagus pasta with just a few ingredients, or embark on a culinary adventure with a recipe that incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, or succulent shrimp.
For those with dietary restrictions, we present a gluten-free asparagus pasta that caters to your dietary needs without compromising on taste. And for a lighter option, our asparagus pasta with lemon and herbs offers a refreshing take on this beloved dish.
Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the cooking process effortlessly. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create restaurant-quality asparagus pasta in the comfort of your own kitchen.
So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite selection of creamy asparagus pasta recipes. Let the flavors dance on your palate and transport you to a realm of culinary bliss.
PASTA WITH CREAMY ASPARAGUS
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in covered pot for the pasta.
- Wash the asparagus, then trim by breaking at the point where the tough, woody part of the stem meets the tender part. Cut into 1-inch pieces, and steam over hot water for 3 to 7 minutes.
- Whisk the yogurt and sour cream with the mustard and the nutmeg, and blend a little of this mixture with the cornstarch to make a paste. Then, return cornstarch mixture to sour-cream yogurt.
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Drain pasta and asparagus, and combine with yogurt-sour cream mixture. Cook over medium heat until mixture is just heated through.
- Coarsely grate cheese, and add to the pasta-asparagus mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 677, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMY ASPARAGUS PASTA
In this quick pasta dinner, umami-rich seaweed stars twice: first, in the form of dasima (dried kelp), which seasons the pasta water and sauce with seaside savor; second, as gim (roasted seaweed), which lends deep nuttiness and some salty crunch, too. The pasta finishes cooking in a blush of heavy cream and a splash of the dasima broth, transforming into a dreamy emulsion balanced by rice vinegar. In this recipe's final moments, a rich glug of sesame oil glosses the chewy rigatoni and echoes the toasted flavor of the gim, which sings.
Provided by Eric Kim
Categories weeknight, pastas
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fold the gim in half and, with very sharp kitchen shears or a chef's knife, slice into thin strips. Set aside for serving.
- In a large pot, combine 1 dasima square with 8 cups cold tap water. Bring the water to a boil and season with the kosher salt. Tumble in the pasta and cook for half the time the package tells you is al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta, then add it back to the pot. (Discard the dasima.)
- Add the remaining dasima square, cream, red onion, garlic, black pepper and reserved pasta water to the pasta. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Stirring occasionally, cook the pasta until the onion-infused cream has thickened significantly, thinly coating the noodles, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Add the vinegar and asparagus, and stir to combine for 1 minute. The residual heat from the pasta will gently cook the asparagus to tender-crisp. Stir in the sesame oil and season with more black pepper, if desired. Divide the pasta among serving dishes, discarding the dasima, and shower with the reserved gim and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve immediately, before the gim wilts and turns soggy.
ASPARAGUS CREAM PASTA
Making a cream out of the stalks means that every mouthful of pasta will have a delicious taste of asparagus
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Main course, Pasta
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- To prepare the asparagus, cut off and discard the woody ends, then neatly cut the tips away from the stalks. Keep the tips and stalks separate. In a small saucepan bring the cream and garlic to the boil. Take off the heat, remove the garlic, then set the pan aside.
- Cook the stalks in boiling salted water for about 4-5 mins until tender, drain, then tip into the cream with the grated parmesan. Blitz with a hand blender until smooth.
- Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, then throw in the tips 2 mins before the end of cooking time. Gently reheat the cream, drain pasta, then tip into a bowl with the cream. Toss, divide into pasta bowls, top with parmesan shavings and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 931 calories, Fat 47 grams fat, SaturatedFat 26 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 100 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 0.53 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For best results, use fresh asparagus. If using frozen asparagus, thaw it completely before cooking.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half-and-half.
- To make the sauce extra creamy, add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil.
- If you like a little spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Serve the pasta immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh asparagus tips.
Conclusion:
This pasta with creamy asparagus is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
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