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Lemon Asparagus Pasta Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups penne pasta or any other pasta you like ▢1/2 bunch asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces ▢3/4 cup whole milk ▢2 tsp dijon mustard ▢2 tsp all purpose flour ▢dash salt and pepper to taste ▢1 tsp olive oil extra virgin ▢2 tsp minced garlic ▢1 1/2 tsp lemon juice ▢1 tsp lemon zest ▢1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese ▢1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese

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STEP-1

Cook pasta in boiling water for 6 minutes. Add asparagus and continue cooking until just tender (about 3-5 more minutes). Drain and return to the pot.

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STEP-2

In a medium bowl, whisk milk, mustard, flour, salt and pepper.

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STEP-3

Heat oil in a small saucepan on medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned (stirring constantly) about 1 minute. Pour in the milk mixture and whisk. Continue stirring as you bring to a simmer. Cook until thick, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and juice.

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STEP-4

Stir this sauce into the pasta and cook over medium-high heat. Cook until sauce is thick and creamy. Mix grated Parmesan cheese into the pasta.

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STEP-5

Top with remaining shaved Parmesan cheese as a topping. 

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