ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE

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Another great way to fix asparagus; this time as part of the main dish. Recipe is from Taste of Home.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1/2 lb fettuccine
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup reduced-fat half-and-half
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook fettuccine according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in large skillet, saute the asparagus, onion and garlic in butter until tender.
Add the remaining ingredients.
Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is blended.
Drain fettuccine; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.2, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 137.9, Sodium 633.9, Carbohydrate 91.2, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 26.8

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