Asparagus Pasta
Serves 4
10 mins prep
20 mins cook
30 mins total
This simple asparagus pasta comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring fresh and summery flavors, complemented by the salty touch of bacon. Perfectly cooked spaghetti is combined with sautéed asparagus, garlic, and optional pecorino for a delicious meal.
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1: Boil water in a large pot and add salt once boiling. 2: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water. 3: Cook 6 pieces of bacon, then remove from heat and excess grease. 4: Add a splash of olive oil, diced asparagus, salt, pepper, and chili flakes; cook for 5 minutes. 5: Chop bacon and return it to the pan along with 3 minced garlic cloves; cook for an additional minute. 6: Drain the noodles and add them back to the pot with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, splash of pasta water, as well as bacon and asparagus mixture. 7: Toss everything for several minutes and serve with cracked black pepper.