Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta

Name: Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 oz. fettuccine; 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed; 4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1/2 c. dry white wine; 8 oz. asparagus, trimmed, halved, and shaved or thinly sliced lengthwise; 1 tsp. lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice

This lemony dinner is fresh and fast!

By Christopher MichelPublished: Feb 26, 2024

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Want to jazz up pasta night? Fresh asparagus and shrimp are a no-fail alternative to red sauce.

Not only is it tastier, but it's also a lot more filling and healthier!

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Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 oz. fettuccine
1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
4 Tbsp. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
8 oz. asparagus, trimmed, halved, and shaved or thinly sliced lengthwise
1 tsp. lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice

Directions

1. Step 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until just al dente, 1 to 2 minutes shorter than package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, just until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add wine and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce begins to thicken, 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Step 3Add asparagus, fettuccine, 1 tablespoon reserved pasta water, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens and begins to coat pasta. (Add 1 tablespoon of additional pasta water at a time, if needed, to help create a sauce.) Add lemon zest and juice, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.