Penne Pasta & Asparagus

Penne Pasta with Asparagus, Sage and Pea’s

a quick dish but a delight

Medium

45 Minutes

half a pound of penne pasta
two tablespoons of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
three cloves of garlic, finely minced
one pound asparagus, sliced into 1-inch pieces
2 cups of chicken stock
two cups, or about 10 ounces, of shelled English peas or thawed frozen baby peas
one-quarter cup of heavy cream
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
one tablespoon of fresh, chopped sage
half a cup of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus a little extra for serving
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

Cook penne pasta al dente, then set aside. In a large skillet, sauté garlic and asparagus in olive oil until fragrant. Add chicken stock, peas, and cream, and simmer until the sauce thickens. Combine cooked pasta, butter, sage, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Savor the delightful flavors! Enjoy!

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