PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS, RICOTTA AND LEMON
This recipe is from the Reader's Digest, Magic foods for better blood sugar book. I don't eat a lot of pasta because let's face it, it's just not that healthy, or low fat. But there are times where I crave pasta and am always looking for a healthy, fast and tasty version to have on hand. This serves nice with a side salad and a piece of low glycemic bread such as pumpernickel or sourdough. Instead of butter, a low fat ricotta mixed with a tsp of olive oil and some chili flakes is a nice low glycemic spread. There is also a variation here for Penne with Spinach, Ricotta and Lemon, however I have not tried this variation.
Provided by kelly in TO
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of light salted water to a boil for cooking the penne.
- Stir together the ricotta, 1/4 cup of the parmesan, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Add the penne to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally for 4 minutes. Add the asparagus and cook until the penne is al dente (Do not overcook penne) and the asparagus is tender, 4 to 5 minutes longer. Reserve 1/3 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and asparagus and place in a large bowl.
- Add 1/3 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water to the ricotta mixture, whisking until smooth. Toss the pasta with the ricotta sauce.
- Pass the remaining parmesan separately.
- One serving is 11/2 cups.
- VARIATION: Penne with Spinach, Ricotta, and Lemon.
- In step 3 omit the asparagus; cook the penne for 8 to10 minutes. While the penne is cooking, cook one 10 ounce (300-gram) package of frozen spinach according to package directions. In step 4 Toss the penne with the ricotta sauce and spinach.
PAPPARDELLE WITH SNAP PEAS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallions, snap peas, jalapeno and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until soft, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and toss with the parsley and chives; reserve the skillet.
- Meanwhile, cook the pappardelle in the boiling water until al dente, about 6 minutes. Reserve 2/3 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta and toss with the vegetables.
- Pour the reserved cooking water into the skillet and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Bring to a boil, whisking until the butter melts, then cook until reduced slightly, about 2 minutes. Pour the sauce over the pasta, sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese and toss. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Fat 18 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 32 milligrams, Sodium 451 milligrams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams
ONE-POT PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND RICOTTA
This recipe is sponsored by Target. Everything cooks in the same pot in this game-changing dinner: the aromatics (onions and garlic), the spring vegetables (asparagus and peas), and even the noodles (no separate pot of boiling water necessary!). It's finished with lemon, fresh basil and dollops of creamy ricotta.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the pasta, onions, garlic, asparagus, broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture boils, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the frozen peas and continue to cook until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and top with dollops of ricotta and a sprinkling of Parmesan. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.
PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH ASPARAGUS AND PEAS
This simple pasta primavera uses a combination of the earliest vegetables available in spring - asparagus, peas and spring onions - making it a true celebration of the season. The sauce works best with springy egg pasta, preferably homemade or a good purchased brand. Make sure not to overcook it; you need the chewy bite to stand up to the gently cooked vegetables. If you can't find good fresh English peas, you can substitute frozen peas, but don't add them until the last minute of cooking.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, pastas, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- While the water is coming to a boil, slice snap peas and asparagus stems into 1/4-inch-thick pieces; leave asparagus tips whole.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add snap peas, asparagus, English peas and onion. Cook until vegetables are barely tender (but not too soft or mushy), 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Drop pasta into boiling water and cook until al dente (1 to 3 minutes for fresh pasta, more for dried pasta). Drain well and transfer pasta to a large bowl. Immediately toss pasta with vegetables, Parmigiano-Reggiano, crème fraîche and herbs. Season generously with salt and pepper, if needed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 553, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN
Make and share this Pasta With Sugar Snap Peas, Asparagus and Parmesan recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MsKittyKat
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add asparagus to large pot of boiling salted water.
- Cook until just crisp-tender.
- Transfer to bowl of cold water using slotted spoon.
- Cool asparagus slightly and drain.
- Add pasta to same pot of water and boil until just tender but still firm to bite.
- Add sugar snap peas and boil 2 minutes.
- Add asparagus and heat through.
- Drain well.
- Return pasta-vegetable mixture to pot.
- Add oil and toss to coat.
- Add 1/2 cup cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.1, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 58.9, Sodium 219.8, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 16.7
SUGAR SNAP PEAS AND PASTA
Categories Pasta Vegetable Vegetarian Quick & Easy Dinner Spring Noodle Sugar Snap Pea Gourmet Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook sugar snaps in an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes, then transfer 1 cup sugar snaps to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Transfer cooled sugar snaps to a cutting board. Cook sugar snaps remaining in pot until tender, about 2 1/2 minutes more, then transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Measure out and save 1 cup cooking water, reserving remaining water in pot.
- Return cooking water in pot to a boil and cook pasta until al dente, then drain in colander. While pasta is cooking, cut 1 cup sugar snaps (on cutting board) crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. Purée half of sugar snaps from bowl, half of garlic paste, 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 cup cheese, and 1/4 cup saved cooking water in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids), then force purée with a rubber spatula through a medium-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Purée another batch in same manner, forcing through sieve into bowl, and add cut sugar snaps.
- Toss hot pasta with sugar snap sauce and, if necessary, enough of remaining 1/2 cup saved cooking water to thin sauce to desired consistency, then season pasta with salt and pepper.
PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN
Categories Pasta Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Asparagus Pea Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add asparagus to large pot of boiling salted water. Cook until just crisp-tender. Transfer to bowl of cold water using slotted spoon. Cool asparagus slightly and drain. Add pasta to same pot of water and boil until just tender but still firm to bite. Add sugar snap peas and boil 2 minutes. Add asparagus and heat through. Drain well. Return pasta-vegetable mixture to pot. Add oil and toss to coat. Add 1/2 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, passing additional cheese separately.
PARMESAN SNAP PEA PASTA
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are the sweetest. To keep us from getting in a rut, I change up the flavors. -Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 16 cups water to a boil. Add peas; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Using a strainer, remove peas from pot., In same pot, add pasta to boiling water; cook according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water; return to pot. Toss with 3 tablespoons oil., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in peas; heat through., Toss with pasta, adding 1 cup cheese and reserved cooking water as desired. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN
Categories Cheese Pasta Vegetable Bake Vegetarian Spring Sugar Snap Pea Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add asparagus to large pot of boiling salted water. Cook until just crisp-tender. Transfer to bowl of cold water using slotted spoon. Cool asparagus slightly and drain. Add pasta to same pot of water and boil until just tender but still firm to bite. Add sugar snap peas and boil 2 minutes. Add asparagus and heat through. Drain will. Return pasta-vegetable mixture to pot. Add oil and toss to coat. Add 1/2 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, passing additional cheese separately.
SNAP PEAS IN BROWN BUTTER
This is from one of Rachael Ray's magazines. My husband loves it. Word of caution: Keep your eye out on the butter. Only let it go to a light golden color, or after you toast your nuts, it will get too dark and you will have a slightly bitter taste after you heat your peas.
Provided by Lori Mama
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt butter in pan until light golden brown.
- Add pecans and toast until just browned.
- Add peas and cook until just heated through.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.2, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 77.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 3.5
ASPARAGUS & RICOTTA STRUDEL (VEGETARIAN OR NOT YOUR CHOICE.)
Serve with fresh fruit for a nice light lunch. Scoring the phyllo before baking will help keep it from shattering when sliced. As the ham realy is optional it is not hard to make this into a vegetarian dish.
Provided by Debbwl
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 375.
- Combine ricotta cheese, parmesan, dill, ham (if using), roasted pepper, green onion, egg white, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; set aside.
- Snap asparagus. Cut into 1/2 inch pieces. Cook, covered, in a small amount of water for about 5 minutes or just till crisp tender (don't overcook). Drain. Cool under cold water. Stir into ricotta mixture.
- Place one sheet of phyllo on a dry towel (keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel). Spray with Pam. Place another sheet of phyllo atop. Spray with Pam. Sprinkle with 1/4 of the bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining sheets and remaining bread crumbs. Spray last layer with Pam. Spoon cheese mixture lenghwise onto half of the top layer of phyllo, leaving about a 1 1/2 inch border on all sides. Fold in the shor sides over the filling. Starting from the longest side, roll up layers jelly roo style.
- Spray a large baking sheet with Pam. Place strudel, seam side down, on baking sheet. Spray with Pam. Using a sharp knife, score into 12 slices, cutting through top layer only. Bake in a 375 oven for 30 minutes or till light brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. To serve, cut into slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.5, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 491, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1, Protein 6.1
PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, ASPARAGUS, RICOTTA AND BROWN BUTTER
The browned butter is the secret to this dish. The recipe was published in the Toronto Star and credited to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 12 minutes.
- Heat oil in medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring, until softened and slightly brown, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add snap peas, asparagus and lemon juice, and cook, stir for 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer pasta to sauté pan, and add 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water to pan.
- Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until water is almost absorbed and peas and asparagus are bright green but tender, about 4 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter in small pan over high heat, swirling as butter begins to change colour. As soon as butter browns, about 4 minutes, remove from heat.
- Stir mint and lemon zest into pasta and divide pasta among four bowls.
- Top each bowl with 1- 1/2 tablespoons ricotta, 1/4 of the hazelnuts, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon brown butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 42, Sodium 125.7, Carbohydrate 56, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 16.1
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