Description
This creamy rigatoni pasta is paired with tender grilled asparagus and a luscious Parmesan sauce, making for a flavorful and satisfying dish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and grilled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Gently fold in grilled asparagus.
- Season with salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a bit of extra flavor, you can drizzle a little lemon juice over the grilled asparagus before adding it to the pasta.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes