Penne with Roasted Asparagus and Balsamic Butter

Name: Penne with Roasted Asparagus and Balsamic Butter
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 pound penne; 1/4 pound butter, cut into pieces; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

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"Simmering the balsamic vinegar both mellows and thickens it. When tossed with the hot pasta and the butter, it forms a smooth, uniquely flavored sauce...."

INGREDIENTS

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1 pound asparagus

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1 tablespoon olive oil

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2 teaspoons salt

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1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper

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1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

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1/2 teaspoon brown sugar

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1 pound penne

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1/4 pound butter, cut into pieces

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1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

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