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Roasted Asparagus Pesto Linguine

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This Roasted Asparagus Pesto Linguine is a celebration of asparagus season. Quick and easy and so packed with flavor. Add this to your list of asparagus recipes!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus spears
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (I don't measure this, I just drizzle the asparagus with oil until they are nicely coated)
  • 1/2 cup pistachio nuts, shells removed
  • 1/2 cup pecorino romano cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, packed
  • zest from one lemon
  • juice from 2 lemons
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lb of linguine, linguine fini, or your favorite pasta

Instructions

  1. First, preheat oven to 500 degrees F *see notes. Place asparagus and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until roasted and charred in some spots.
  2. remove asparagus from oven and allow to cool to room temperature.
  3. Meanwhile, place basil, parsley, pistachios, cheese, lemon juice and zest, and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor. Once asparagus is cool, reserve a few of the asparagus tips for serving, and add the rest to food processor and pulse to combine. You want a smooth, creamy mixture. 
  4. Prepare one pound of your favorite pasta according to package instructions. Make sure to reserve a couple cups of the cooking water before draining. Drain pasta and put it back in the same pot. Add asparagus pesto and a cup of cooking water. Stir with tongs until pesto is evenly dispersed and you have a creamy but not overly saucy consistency. Add more water as needed. 
  5. Top with reserved asparagus tips, extra cheese, chopped pistachios, lemon zest, and herbs if desired. A drizzle of really good extra virgin olive oil is nice too.

Notes

I use my oven at 500 F frequently; However, I know many people are afraid of that temp. You can certainly roast these at 450-475. But I love to roast them hot and fast as it just results in the best amount of charring without overcooking the tender asparagus. 

  • Author: anita | wild thistle kitchen
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: pasta, springtime meals
  • Method: stovetop and oven
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://wildthistlekitchen.com/roasted-asparagus-pesto-linguine/