Asparagus Pasta col Pesto
Instructions:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil (do not substitute)
- 1 cup chopped or sliced asparagus, use only the tender half or tips (asparagus can be substituted with broccoli, string beans, or zucchini)
- 2 tablespoons minced onion
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 8 ounces pasta noodles of your choice
- grated Parmesan cheese
- Quick Pesto Sauce:
- Saute garlic, onion, and basil in olive oil until the garlic and onion turns light brown. Do not over cook.
- Set aside and keep warm.
- Prepare the pasta of your choice according to package directions except for the following:
- Add 1 to 2 cups additional water.
- Just before water begins to boil, add the asparagus or the vegetables of your choice.
- When the water begins to boil add the pasta and cook according to directions
- Drain the pasta and vegetable mixture and pour the pesto sauce over the top, tossing lightly to coat.
- Top with parmesan cheese and serve with French bread and additional parmesan cheese.