PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS

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I love this pasta dish in the summer. It is filling without being too heavy, and fresh asparagus in season is the best. This is not meant to have a heavy sauce, just a light cream that's full of flavor to coat the ingredients. Proscuitto or ham may be substituted for the bacon, but you'll probably need to add a tablespoon of butter to saute the onion and mushrooms.

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces penne pasta
8 ounces bacon, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
16 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup evaporated milk or 1/2 cup heavy cream
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, prepare pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the bacon for 2 minutes. Add the onions and saute about 5 minutes until the onions are soft.
  • Add the mushrooms and saute until tender and the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes more.
  • Stir in asparagus, chicken broth, and evaporated milk or cream and bring up to a simmer. Add pasta and stir. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until the asparagus is crisp-tender, but NOT mushy. Serve immediately sprinkled with parmesan cheese and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.4, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 409.9, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 15.7

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