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Asparagus Pasta col Pesto Ingredients

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.

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