Asparagus season: Elevate your pasta game with a creamy twist
This is a simple pasta sauce that makes a great substitute for pesto. It's perfect for quick and light lunches on busy days, allowing you to savour what's in season right now.
The season for green asparagus is in full swing and will last until the end of June. It's worth taking advantage of it and enjoying it to the fullest. If you are looking for an alternative to classic asparagus with hollandaise sauce, opt for a delicious asparagus sauce for pasta. It pleasantly envelops the pasta and will have you melting with delight.
Asparagus sauce for pasta
Asparagus is usually eaten whole, after breaking off the tough stem, and sometimes ends up in cream soups. In this recipe, however, it transforms into a smooth sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta. It's creamy, delicate in taste, and so delicious that it quickly rivals even pesto.
Tubes, spirals, spaghetti, ribbons – any type of pasta works well with this asparagus sauce. Additionally, the stalks become soft after frying, so you don't need a high-powered blender. This dish impresses with its delicacy, winning over even the youngest family members.
Ingredients:
- 450 grams of green asparagus,
- 1 clove of garlic,
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil,
- 1 tablespoon of butter,
- 120 millilitres of double cream,
- 300 grams of your favourite pasta,
- 3-4 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese,
- Salt and pepper to taste,
Instructions:
- Wash the asparagus and cut off the woody ends.
- Cut off the tips and set them aside for later; chop the remaining parts into smaller pieces.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a pan and sauté the asparagus pieces.
- When they begin to brown, add the chopped garlic.
- Transfer to a blender jar, add the cream, and blend. If the sauce is too thick, you can add more cream or a little water.
- Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Transfer the cooked al dente pasta to the pan, add the asparagus sauce and grated Parmesan, and mix thoroughly over low heat.
- Sauté the reserved asparagus tips in butter.
Place the finished pasta on plates and garnish with asparagus tips. If desired, you can top it with grilled, fried, or air-fried chicken breast. Parmesan lovers can sprinkle the finished dish with an extra portion of cheese. Enjoy your meal!
