Tangy Asparagus Linguine Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time30 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In1 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexJust EnjoyServings4
CourseMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Linguine5 Ounce
 2 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine
 Onion1/4 Cup (16 tbs), finley chopped
 Garlic3 Clove (5gm), minced
 8 ounces fresh asparagus, peeled and sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
 Dry white wine2 Tablespoon
 Lemon juice2 Tablespoon
  black pepper1
 Parmesan cheese1/4 Cup (16 tbs), grated
 Shredded mozzarella cheese3/4 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

GETTING READY
1) Follow package instructions to cook linguine and drain, when done.

MAKING
2) In the meantime, in a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic in hot melted margarine over medium heat until tender.
3) Stir in asparagus and sauté for 2 minutes.
4) Simmer the mixture for 1 minute after pouring in wine and lemon juice.
5) Add seasoning and take off the skillet from heat.
6) In a large bowl, put drained pasta and add in the onion mixture.
7) Top with Parmesan cheese and stir to coat lightly.
8) Add mozzarella cheese over the top after transferring the pasta mixture to a serving platter.

SERVING
9) If desired, flavor with lemon zest strips and serve at once.
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