This is only a slight variation from Olive Garden's famous dish. I prefer to use Rainbow Rotini, instead of the regular spiral pasta, not only for its additional health benefits, but its great array of colors.
Heat oil in a non-stick pan. Add sausage and break up while stirring until cooked throughout. Drain off fat and set sausage aside.
Boil pasta according to package directions, (usually 10-12 minutes).
Cut or snap off the bottom inedible part of each asparagus stem. Discard stems. Take remaining pieces of asparagus and cut into 1 inch pieces. Boil asparagus until tender in a separate pan. Drain and shock with cold water to stop the cooking process and then set aside to cool. Separate tips to one side for garnishing at the end.
Combine the asparagus (minus the tips) with the heavy cream and simmer for 10-12 minutes over medium heat. Add the drained hot pasta to the asparagus cream sauce. Add the parmesan cheese and butter. Then, add the cooked sausage and saute until simmering. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to a large platter and garnish with the asparagus tips. Serve with garlic bread and a tossed salad, if desired.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (349g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 4 | ||
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Calories: 975 | ||
Calories from Fat: 616 (63%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 68.4g | 91 % | |
Saturated Fat 33.8g | 169 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 24.2g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 5.6g | ||
Cholesterol 240.4mg | 74 % | |
Sodium 522.9mg | 18 % | |
Potassium 595.7mg | 16 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 66.6g | 20 % | |
Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 9 % | |
Sugars, other 64.3g | ||
Protein 25.6g | 37 % | |
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Calories per serving: 975
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