ASPARAGUS AND PASTA WITH PECANS
Recipe from Southern Living. This is a quick and delicious dish to make. You can add some cooked shrimp or chicken into the skillet while you are sautéing for a more filling meal but it is good just the way it is. If you aren't a fan of pecans, use cashews or walnuts; or leave the nuts out altogether. I usually cut this...
Provided by Crystal ~
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Prepare pasta according to package direction; drain.
- 2. Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces. Sauté the asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 2 minutes.
- 3. Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2-3 minutes. (Add in the chicken or shrimp, if desired). Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- 4. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Stir in salt and pepper.
- 5. Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans. Heat mixture thoroughly for a minute or two.
- 6. Serve on individual plates; and garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
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