Angel Hair with Asparagus and Tomatoes

In 20 minutes, stir together fresh asparagus, tomatoes, refrigerated pasta, and basil for this one-dish dinner recipe.


Angel Hair with Asparagus and Tomatoes

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Ingredients
  • 16 stalks
    fresh asparagus
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  • 1 tablespoon
    olive oil
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  • 4 cloves
    garlic, minced
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  • 6 medium
    plum (Roma) tomatoes, seeded and chopped (2-1/4 cups)
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  • 1/4 cup
    dry white wine
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1 tablespoon
    butter (no substitutes)
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  • 1 9-ounce package
    refrigerated angel hair pasta
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  • 1/4 cup
    shredded fresh basil
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Directions
1.
Trim asparagus and rinse in cold water. Remove the tips; set aside. Bias-slice remaining asparagus stalks into 1- to 1-1/2-inch pieces; set aside.
2.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes; cook and stir about 2 minutes more.
3.
Add asparagus pieces, wine, and salt to mixture. Cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Add asparagus tips; cook, uncovered, for 1 minute more. Add butter; stir until melted.
4.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Return to pan and toss with asparagus mixture and basil. Makes 3 servings.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 484, Total Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 238 mg, Carbohydrate 81 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 19%, Vitamin C 86%, Iron 31%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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