Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts



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Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

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Posted by ADMIN at 09/26/2007 06:35 | 0 comments

Directions:

Trim asparagus and steam until tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Cut into
1-inch lengths. Cook pasta, drain and place in a warmed, large serving
bowl; toss with oil. Add asparagus, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper,
roasted peppers (if using) and pine nuts. Gently toss to mix. Add cheese
and toss; taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately.

Ingredients:

1 lb Fresh asparagus
6 oz Penne
1 tb Olive oil
2 ts Grated lemon zest -- about 2
Lemons
1/8 c Fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground
Black pepper -- to taste
1/2 c Coarsely chopped roasted red
Peppers -- optional
3 tb Toasted pine nuts
8 tb Shaved fresh Parmesan
Cheese

Serves:

2 Servings 		 
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