Springtime Pasta with Asparagus

Springtime Pasta with Asparagus

Ingredients:

14 oz of small shell whole grain or rice pasta
1 lb asparagus
2 carrots, peeled
1 small onion, diced
1 celery stalk, cut into thin strips
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and Pepper
Parmesan cheese

Method:

Boil pasta according to packet instructions. Set aside.

Prepare asparagus by cutting the tough ends off. Half the asparagus widthwise, then quarter them and cut them into thin strips. Use a vegetable peeler and slice carrot into strips as well. Cut the celery into very fine strips.

In a saucepan, heat oil, then add onion and sauté until soft. Add the rest of the vegetables, salt and pepper and stir over medium heat for about 7 to 8 minutes.

Combine vegetables with cooked pasta, season to taste and serve immediately with lots of delicious parmesan cheese.