Creamy Asparagus Pasta

This creamy fresh asparagus pasta recipe is made with sautéed asparagus, garlic, light cream, linguine, and lemon juice in just 30 minutes!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 247 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pound linguine pasta
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
• 1 pint light cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.

Step 2

In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cream and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 4

Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.