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Creamy Pasta with Asparagus

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner Pasta Italian
Creamy Pasta with Asparagus
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces fettuccine (340 grams)
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (450 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1
Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3
Add asparagus pieces to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender.
4
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired sauce consistency.
6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.