Due to its accessibility and easy cooking, pasta has become one of the most popular foods in the world. In addition, its versatility allows us to prepare many recipes with it and adapt it to the kitchens of other countries, transcending its traditional Italian origins. On this occasion, we bring you a recipe for pasta with asparagus, a very Mediterranean ingredient that goes very well with pasta.
Asparagus is low in calories and very nutritious, which is why this pasta is a perfect option for a light and quick meal that will get you out of trouble without neglecting your body and health. Join us and discover how to make pasta with asparagus!
Ingredients to make Pasta with asparagus:
- 8 noodle nests
- 1 bunch of asparagus
- 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Smoked cured cheese flakes (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
- 1 cup of water (240 milliliters)
- 1 chicken stock cube
How to make Pasta with asparagus:
- Remove the toughest and toughest part of the fresh asparagus. Cut the tenders part in half. Peel and cut the garlic into slices. Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and add a bay leaf.
- Prepare a frying pan with oil and fry the asparagus and the garlic slices, stir. Don’t let them overcook; cook them for 3 minutes so they get a golden color without losing their crunchy texture.
- Dissolve the stock cube in a cup of water and add wheat flour. Stir to dissolve together. Pour the mixture into the pan and stir without letting it boil. As soon as all the ingredients are integrated and the sauce thickens, leave it for only about 2 more minutes.
- Tip: If you see that the sauce is very thick, you can add water to make it more liquid.
- When you see that the water boils in the casserole, introduce the pasta nests and stir them Let them cook for the minutes indicated by the pasta maker.
- You can prepare the cheese flakes super easily with a potato peeler; it will be fun and colorful when serving the pasta and you won’t have to grate it in the traditional way. Choose a fairly cured cheese and it will be easier for you to grate it.
- Once the pasta is cooked, serve it immediately so that its properties are not lost. Bathe it with the asparagus sauce along with the cheese and pepper flakes to taste. You don’t need anything else because the pasta itself is delicious and, although it’s good to accompany it with other ingredients, we shouldn’t overdo it. Enjoy delicious pasta with asparagus!
