Ingredients
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1 (16 oz) pkg Ronzoni® Fettuccine
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1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
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2 tbsp butter
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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1 cup mascarpone cheese
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp pepper
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Steps
1
Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus in the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving ¼ cup cooking liquid.
2
Meanwhile, melt butter in large skillet set over medium heat; cook shallot and garlic for 1 to 2 minutes or until softened. Stir in cream; bring to boil. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3
Reduced heat to medium-low. Whisk in mascarpone cheese until smooth and sauce is thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Toss together sauce, pasta and asparagus, reserved cooking liquid and Parmesan for 1 to 2 minutes or until pasta is well coated. Stir in chives and parsley.
Tips
Substitute cream cheese for mascarpone cheese if desired.
Comments
Recipe provided by Ronzoni® Pasta.