Asparagus and shrimp pasta [1]

15 stalks thin fresh asparagus

0.5fl oz. olive oil

2 cloves garlic, crushed

¼ tsp. ground black pepper

6 Roma tomatoes, seeded & chopped

4fl oz. dry white wine or vegetable stock

salt to taste

12 oz. shrimp, cooked and peeled

0.5 oz. butter

9 oz. refrigerated fresh angel hair pasta, cooked & drained

2 oz. fresh basil

grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

1

Trim the asparagus, rinse in cold water and drain. Remove tips and set aside. Cut remaining stalks into 2.5cm pieces
2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium- heat, add the garlic and pepper and mix well
3

Stir in tomatoes and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently
4

Add the asparagus stalks, white wine and salt and simmer for 3 more minutes, stirring frequently
5

Stir in asparagus tips and shrimp. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly
6

Finally add the butter and cook until butter melts
7

Toss the sauce with the pasta, stir in the fresh basil and top with the parmesan cheese

Cooks Note

Prep Time: 30 min; Cook Time: 12 min; Makes 3 servings