asparagus & ham pasta

How To Make asparagus & ham pasta

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  Wash the asparagus; break off rough ends and cut into 1 inch lengths leaving the tips whole. Start cooking your pasta. Bring a large skillet of water to boil, adding a pinch of salt. Add the asparagus and cover pan. Cook no more than 2 minutes. Drain and allow to cool. Using the same skillet, melt the butter and add the ham and asparagus. Cook briefly. Add the cream and bring to a boil; cook for 4-5 minutes to thicken cream. Drain pasta and rinse under hot water. Toss the pasta in a bowl with the sauce and stir in Parmesan cheese to taste. Top with a grind of pepper. You could substitute broccoli spears or peas for asparagus.
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