A great alternative to plain pasta. It’s easy to make and also healthy.

For an even more filling meal, add some grilled or roasted chicken!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups uncooked whole wheat pasta
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 cups (about 10-12 stalks) asparagus cut into bite-sized pieces, woody ends discarded.
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
• Pinch of basil and parsley to taste.

Directions:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• While the pasta is cooking, heat a large pan over medium-low heat. Add butter and garlic. Cook until garlic starts to brown, about 3 minutes
• Add asparagus and wine to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes. Adjust cooking time depending on your doneness preference.
• Keep warm on lowest heat if pasta is still cooking.
• Drain the cooked pasta and add to the pan with asparagus & butter. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the pan. Toss until combined.
• Plate and top with Parmesan cheese.

Serve and enjoy!

Makes about 2 servings.

I estimate this dish to be about 420 calories per serving.