Pasta Primavera

Pasta Primavera

Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 
about 1 cup
Calories from Fat: 
80
Calories: 
322
Total Fat: 
9g
Saturated Fat: 
2g
Cholestrol: 
4mg
Sodium: 
23mg
Dietary Fiber: 
3g
Total Carbohydrate: 
50g
Sugars: 
6g
Protein: 
10g
Calcium: 
73mg
Total Time: 33 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Source: 

Makers of LACTAID® Brand Products

Leeks and asparagus, the fresh green vegetables that say spring has finally arrived, combine with a creamy herb sauce and your favorite pasta.

Yields/Serves: 
8
servings
Ingredients: 

1 (16 ounce) package pasta (your favorite shape)

3 cups finely chopped leeks

1 pound asparagus

¼ cup olive oil

1 cup LACTAID® Lactose-Free Whole Milk

3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

3 tablespoons finely chopped basil

Salt and pepper, to taste
 
  1. Cook pasta following package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Wash and clean leeks, removing any dirt that may have gathered in the stalk. Finely chop leeks. Set aside.
  3. Chop asparagus into 2-inch lengths, discarding any tough ends.
  4. Pour olive oil into a large frying pan. Heat oil over low heat. Add asparagus and leeks. Cook vegetables 6 to 8 minutes, or until almost done. Add LACTAID® Lactose-Free Whole Milk, parsley and basil.
  5. Simmer over medium heat until LACTAID® Lactose-Free Whole Milk has reduced and started to thicken, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in pasta, season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes: 

 

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