linguine with asparagus and pine nuts

By greenpoires

From Real Simple, April 2010

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
• 1 cup shaved Parmesan (about 3 ounces)

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 toss to combine. Sprinkle with the Parmesan before serving.