Linguini with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

By GratefulSea

This one works great as either an entrée or a side dish with chicken or fish.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces linguine (3/4 box)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 4 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 1 cup shaved Parmesan (about 3 ounces)

Details

Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 50mins
Adapted from realsimple.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain the pasta and return it to the pot.

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the asparagus and cook, tossing occasionally, until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes.

Add the asparagus mixture to the pasta along with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss to combine. Sprinkle with the Parmesan before serving.