Easy Asparagus and Penne Pasta
Rushing for a dinner idea? Combining fresh asparagus with pasta adds great flavor and creates the perfect texture alongside Mueller's Penne. Try the same with fresh green beans, too.
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Mueller's Penne
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine, divided
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, steamed until crisp-tender
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Melt half the butter in a large skillet; add asparagus. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add salt to taste, if desired.
- Add cooked pasta to pan along with remaining butter, parsley, Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Heat thoroughly for about 2 minutes.










