SPRING PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND GRAPE TOMATOES

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat .

Step 2

Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons cooking liquid; return pasta to pan.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add 1 teaspoon olive oil ; swirl to coat.

Step 5

Add onion cook 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add asparagus, lemon rind, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, saute 2 minutes

Step 7

Stir in tomatoes, sauté 1 minute or just until tomatoes begin to soften.

Step 8

Add reserved cooking liquid, tomato mixture, remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, and pepper to pasta.

Step 9

Toss well.

Step 10

Spoon 1 cup pasta mixture into each of 6 bows,

Step 11

and sprinkle each serving with 1/2 tablespoons cheese.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh basil, if desired