Asparagus Angel Hair Pasta
(from cbukszpan’s recipe box)
Source: Allrecipes.com
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 8 people
Categories: Simple dinners
Ingredients
- 1 16-oz pkg angel hair pasta
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and chopped
- 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 14.5-oz can chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried dill weed
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded white cheese
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta, cook for 5 to 6 mins, until al dente; drain and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent stickiness.
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Heat the remaining 3 tbsps olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the garlic for 1 to 2 mins. Add the asparagus and tomatoes, stirring to coat. Pour in the broth, and continue cooking uncovered 10 mins., or until the asparagus is tender, but still bright green.
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Place the pasta in a large bowl, and toss with the asparagus and tomato mixture. Season with dill and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix the avocados, lime juice, and garlic powder together until blended.
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Serve pasta with a dollop of the avocado mixture, and top with shredded cheese.