Penne with Asparagus and Artichokes
Penne with Asparagus and Artichokes might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 442 calories, 25g of protein, and 7g of fat each. This recipe covers 32% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, lemon juice, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. To use up the lemon juice you could follow this main course with the Lemon Shortbread Cookies with Lemon Icing From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.
Instructions
Spread the pine nuts in a pie plate and bake for about 6 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
Transfer to a plate. Increase the oven temperature to 45
In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
Spread the asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, or until browned, shifting the pan every 5 minutes so the asparagus cooks evenly.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
Add the artichokes, cut side down, and cook over moderate heat until just golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, lemon juice and garlic, cover and cook over low heat until the artichokes are just tender, about 8 minutes.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne until al dente.
Drain the pasta well and return it to the pot.
Add the asparagus, artichokes, peas, Parmesan and parsley and toss well.
Transfer the pasta to warmed bowls; sprinkle with the toasted pine nuts and serve.