ASPARAGUS-MUSHROOM PRIMAVERA

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Two of my favorite things: Asparagus and mushrooms. Recipe is from Better Homes and Gardens. This makes four servings if all are satisfied with 1 1/2 cups each.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh asparagus spear
8 ounces dried multi-grain linguine
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package fresh button mushrooms, halved
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or 1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard woody base of fresh asparagus.
  • Rinse.
  • Bias-slice asparagus into 1 1/2 inch pieces; set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and black pepper; cook and stir for 30 seconds.
  • Add asparagus, mushrooms, chicken broth or wine, and 1/4 t salt.
  • Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cook, uncovered, for 4 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat; stir in butter.
  • Drain pasta; add pasta to vegetables in skillet.
  • Toss gently to combine.
  • Garnish with basil and crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.2, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 198.1, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 12.5

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