INGREDIENTS

1 pound asparagus, tips and tender stalks, washed and broken into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 sprig fresh oregano leaves chopped
 
OR
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 red chili pepper to taste (optional)
1 1/2 pound fresh, peeled tomatoes
 
OR
1 1/2 can (14.5 ounce size) tomatoes
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound tagliatelle, spaghetti, spaghettini, or fettucine
 
INSTRUCTIONS
 
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling, add the pasta.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan and gently saute the garlic until golden. 
  • Add the asparagus - continue to saute until asparagus is slightly soft but not mushy.
  • Add tomatoes and cook on higher heat until reduced (thickened) to preferred consistency - about 10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • When the pasta is done (8-12 minutes for 'al dente'), drain and turn out into preheated serving dish. Pour on the sauce, mix, and serve.

 

 

 
 
Source: cdkitchen

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