Creamy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Asparagus and Sun-Dried TomatoesIngredients:
For the pasta:
1 pound pasta (any shape, such as penne, fusilli, or spaghetti) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped Salt and pepper to tasteFor the roasted asparagus:
1 pound asparagus, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to tasteFor the sun-dried tomatoes:
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, choppedInstructions:
1.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.
To make the roasted asparagus, toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
3.
While the asparagus is roasting, cook the pasta according to package directions.
4.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
6.
Add the sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce and cook for 2 minutes more.
7.
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce.
Toss to combine.
8.
Serve the pasta topped with the roasted asparagus.

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