Recipe for Penne Rigate with Creamy Asparagus Tips
Delicious recipe for penne rigate with creamy asparagus tips, enriched with grated Parmesan cheese and a touch of cream. A creamy and flavorful dish ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for a quick lunch or an elegant dinner. Try this Italian dish with a crispy twist of chopped toasted almonds!
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne rigate according to the package instructions.
- Meanwhile, wash and cut the tips of the asparagus, saving the rest for another preparation.
- Boil the asparagus tips in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain them.
- In a pan, sauté the asparagus tips with butter, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add some whipping cream and cook until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Cook the pasta al dente, drain it while saving some cooking water, and add it to the pan.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and, if needed, some cooking water to make the sauce creamy.
- Mix well, adjust with pepper, and serve hot.
Notes
To add a crunchy twist, sprinkle some chopped toasted almonds on each portion before serving. This will add texture and flavor to the creamy asparagus pasta!