Lemony Asparagus Pasta
This creamy lemon pasta with asparagus is a delightful combination of tender linguine, shaved asparagus, and a rich sour cream sauce infused with garlic and lemon flavors. Topped with fresh basil leaves and Parmesan cheese, this dish is both vibrant and comforting, making it a perfect choice for a quick and flavorful meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 400g linguine or fettuccine
- 340g asparagus, sliced with a vegetable peeler
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
- sea salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus extra to serve
- 3/4 cup basil leaves
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water. Add the asparagus for the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Drain and return the pasta to the pan to keep warm.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the oil and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the sour cream, lemon juice, stock, salt and pepper and mix well to combine. Take off the heat.
- Add the pasta and asparagus to the pan with the Parmesan and basil leaves. Mix to combine.
- Top the pasta with the extra Parmesan and serve.
Yield
Serves 4
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