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Spring Pasta

A light and fresh pasta dish perfect for spring. Made with seasonal vegetables and a simple sauce.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 people
Type de plat: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingrédients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz pasta such as penne or fusilli
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup asparagus chopped
  • 1 cup peas fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add asparagus and peas to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtéines: 15gFat: 15gLipides saturés: 6gCholéstérol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFibre: 6gSucre: 4gVitamine A: 15IUVitamine C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgFer: 10mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

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