Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- 2 lb of fresh asparagus
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- prepared pesto sauce
- 1 lb fresh fettuccine noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan cheese
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Step 1
In a six-quart pot, bring water to a boil over high heat.
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Step 2
Wash asparagus and snap off tough ends. Add to boiling water and cook uncovered until just tender to the bite, about five minutes. With tongs, lift asparagus out of water and drain. Trim off top four inches of asparagus and put the bottoms in a blender or food processor.
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Step 3
Add fettuccine into boiling water and prepare per package directions.
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Step 4
In a food processor or blender combine lemon juice and asparagus ends. Add about 6 tbsp of hot water and about 1/2 cup of pesto sauce. Blend until smooth.
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Step 5
Drain pasta and plate with asparagus tips. Pour pesto asparagus sauce over noodles. Add more pesto if needed. Add salt, pepper and parmesan cheese to taste.
