Yes - I do take requests! Mom has asked me to post this pasta dish because Dad keeps requesting it. So here you go parents. This one is a variation of Vanessa's Favorite Pasta made with spinach, asparagus and mushrooms. Enjoy!
Pasta (I think spaghetti or penne works best)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 onion - diced
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 cup asparagus - diced
3 cups spinach - torn
1 cup mushrooms - sliced
Fresh basil, parsely or oregano
Parmesan cheese
Lemon
Almonds or pine nuts - toasted
Cook pasta al dente according to directions and drain. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, heat oil and saute onion and garlic until translucent. Add asparagus. Saute until bright green and slightly tender - not mushy - about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms. Saute another 2 mintues or so until mushrooms are cooked. Season veggies with salt and pepper. Add the veggie and oil mixture to your pasta. Add spinach, fresh herbs and lemon juice. Toss the whole thing together. Serve topped with parmesean cheese and toasted almonds or pine nuts.
Cheater's tip: If you only have dried herbs, add them in with the hot oil while you cook your veggies. That will soften them up and intensify the flavor.
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