This vibrant and flavorful pasta dish combines tender asparagus with zesty lemon and rich shaved Parmesan cheese. It's a quick and easy recipe perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients: 8 oz fettuccine pasta. 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces. 1 lemon, zest and juice. 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional.
Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the fettuccine until it is al dente. Remove the water and set it aside. Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat. For about one minute, until the garlic smells good, add the minced garlic. Put the asparagus in the pan and cook it for 4 to 5 minutes, until it is tender but still has some crunch. Add cooked fettuccine and asparagus to the pan and toss them together. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add the lemon zest and juice. Stir every now and then for another two minutes. Take the pasta off the heat and put it on plates to serve. Add shaved Parmesan cheese on top, and if you want, add fresh basil leaves to the top. Serve right away and enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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