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Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus

Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus Bliss

Savor the delightful flavors of Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus in this quick, vegetarian pasta dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Bucatini Pasta or substitute with spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp Salt for pasta water
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus chopped
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas or fresh peas
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan optional
  • 1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs for crunch

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the bucatini according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Reduce heat to low, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, and stir well. Add 1 cup of chicken broth and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of chopped asparagus and 1 cup of frozen peas. Cook until asparagus is tender yet crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Combine the drained bucatini with the sauce and vegetables, stirring until well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve your pasta garnished with panko breadcrumbs or Parmesan, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, always use fresh garlic and reserve pasta water for sauce consistency.

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