UNCLE BILL'S ASPARAGUS PASTA PRIMAVERA

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I developed this recipe several years ago, as I had an abundance of my own home grown asparagus and just had to find new ways of using the asparagus. I submitted this recipe to TASTE OF HOME to see if it would rate. Well, I was awarded a runner-up prize which made me feel real good. It can be found in the April/May, 2004 Taste of Home edition on Page 27, ASPARAGUS PASTA PRIMAVERA. There's plenty of fresh herb flavor in this delicious pasta meal that blends asparagus, ham, mushrooms and plum tomatoes. Sometimes I like to use spinach linguine or fettuccine.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 18m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (regular button mushrooms)
1/2 cup chopped cooked ham
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
4 large plum tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 ounces uncooked linguine
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic; cook and stir for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the asparagus; cover and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the mushrooms, ham, basil, oregano and rosemary.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Cook 3 minutes longer or until heated through.
  • Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions.
  • Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • Add asparagus mixture and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

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