Mushrooms Asparagus Pasta
Mushrooms Asparagus Pasta is a quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. This recipe features sautéed mushrooms and fresh asparagus tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce, served over your favorite pasta. It's the perfect weeknight dinner solution when you crave something delicious but don't have a lot of time.
Servings: 6 - 8
Calories: 464kcal
Equipment
- 9 inch Round Cast Iron Skillet
- non stick skillet
Ingredients
- 16 ounce Angel Hair Pasta or pasta of choice
- 1 teaspoon Oil for noodles
- ½ cup Butter
- 8 ounce Mushrooms
- 1 tbs Garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or more if you like a kick
- 1 lb Asparagus
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce favorite brand
- ½ cup Parmesan grated
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Boil and drain angel hair pasta. Toss pasta with the oil to prevent sticking. Set aside while making the skillet mushroom asparagus Alfredo sauce.16 ounce Angel Hair Pasta, 1 teaspoon Oil
- Melt butter in a skillet. Wipe down and slice mushrooms.½ cup Butter
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and saute, seasoning to taste with garlic powder, salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning.8 ounce Mushrooms, 1 tbs Garlic powder, Salt , Black pepper , 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Chop the asparagus into small pieces. Cook on medium heat until the mushrooms are softened.1 lb Asparagus
- Stir in the jar of Alfredo sauce, make sure it is well blended. Cover and simmer for 2 to 4 minutes.1 jar Alfredo sauce
- Serve pasta in bowls and ladle the mushroom asparagus Alfredo sauce over the pasta servings. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon..½ cup Parmesan, Lemon wedges
Notes
- Prep Vegetables First: Have all your mushrooms and asparagus trimmed and chopped before you start cooking the pasta. This ensures a smoother process, as the vegetables cook relatively quickly.
- Don't Overcook Asparagus: Asparagus cooks fast and can become mushy if overdone. Add it to the pan when the mushrooms are nearly cooked through, and sauté just until it's tender-crisp.
- Reserve Pasta Water: Always save a cup or two of the starchy pasta water before draining. It's your secret weapon for creating a silky sauce that coats the pasta beautifully and helps bind everything together.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce before tossing it with the pasta. Adjust salt, pepper, and any herbs as needed. Remember, the pasta will absorb some of the seasoning.
- Serve Immediately: Pasta dishes are best enjoyed fresh. Serve the Mushroom Asparagus Pasta as soon as it's tossed with the sauce for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 576mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 955IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 2mg
