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Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus

Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus: Spring's Comfort Food

Enjoy this Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus, a delightful dish that captures spring's essence in just 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Bucatini A tube-shaped pasta that holds sauce well
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with half-and-half
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh cloves for the best aroma
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus Fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup Peas Frozen peas work well if fresh is unavailable
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional to substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Can be toasted with olive oil and garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bucatini and cook until al dente, about 9-10 minutes, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant, around 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently, and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Stir in the chopped asparagus and sweet peas. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender but still vibrant green.
  5. Add the drained bucatini to the skillet. Toss everything together, incorporating the creamy sauce. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
  6. Plate the pasta and generously top with grated Parmesan and crispy panko bread crumbs. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added richness, drizzle with a bit more olive oil before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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