Earthy mushrooms and tender asparagus give big flavor to this quick and easy vegetarian pasta dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb penne
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper
- 2 (3.5 oz) pkgs sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup half & half
Steps
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, trim the asparagus. Cut on an angle into 1-inch lengths. Add asparagus to water 1 min. before pasta is done. Reserve ½ cup cooking liquid before draining.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot, heat the oil on medium. Add the garlic, shallot, and crushed red pepper. Cook 1 min., stirring often. Add the mushrooms and season with salt. Cook 5–7 min., until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Stir the half & half into the pot and simmer 2 min. Add drained pasta and asparagus. Toss until well combined. Add reserved cooking water, if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
This recipe is
- Vegetarian
- Nut-free
- Egg-free
Tags
- April 2020
- In Season
- vegetarian
- Nut Free
- guiding star
- Fresh
- 15 minute
- Egg Free
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