Saturday, January 29, 2011

Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta

1 bunch of asparagus
1 box whole wheat linguine, angel hair, whatever pasta you choose
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 T olive oil
1/8 cup butter
2 T lemon juice
medium shrimp (however much you choose)
5 ounces mushroom, sliced
grated Parmesean cheese
salt and pepper to taste

1. In a tall pan, steam asparagus; chop and set aside.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to full boil, place the pasta in the pot and return to a roiling boil; cook until al dente. Drain well.
3. In a large saucepan, saute garlic in the olive oil over medium heat until the garlic is golden brown.
4. Place butter and lemon juice in the sauce pan. Heat until the butter has melted. Place the shrimp in the saucepan and cook until pink. Place the mushrooms and asparagus into the saucepan, cook until mushrooms are tender.
5. Toss the shrimp and vegetable mixture with the pasta and sprinkle with Parmesean cheese. Salt and pepper to taste.

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