Pasta with Asparagus and Lemon Sauce

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Zest and juice 1 ½ lemons; cut remaining ½ lemon into wedges and set aside.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add asparagus; cook and stir until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper; transfer asparagus to a bowl.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Heat remaining 3 tablespoons butter in the same pot until 1 pinch flour sprinkled into the pot just begins to bubble; whisk in remaining flour to form a thick paste, the consistency of cake frosting. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes. Whisk in vegetable broth and cream; bring to a simmer and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Stir lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley into sauce; season with sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir in asparagus until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and penne; stir in some reserved cooking water until reaches desired consistency. Serve with shaved Parmesan and lemon wedges.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)