Lemony Fettuccine With Asparagus

Lemony Fettuccine With Asparagus


1. Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil over high heat.

2. Add the pasta and cook, following package directions, until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, finely grate the peel from the lemons.

4. Prepare the basil and tomatoes.

5. Snap the tough ends from the asparagus, then cut into 2" pieces.

6. Add to the boiling pasta for the last 2 minutes of cooking.

7. Remove 1/2 cup of the pasta water and save.

8. Drain the pasta and asparagus, then return to the pasta pot.

9. Stir in the lemon peel, basil, tomatoes, and both cheeses along with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water.

10. Add the pepper and salt.

11. If you want a thinner sauce, stir in the remaining pasta water.

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