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Spring's Delight: Asparagus and Artichokes Pasta Recipe

Spring's Delight: Asparagus and Artichokes Pasta Recipe

Discover a vibrant taste of spring with Spring's Delight: Asparagus and Artichokes Pasta Recipe—easy to prepare and full of fresh flavors!

Author: Sebastiano Caruso • Published on: May 20, 2023
Categories: First courses Vegetarian first courses
Tags: asparagus artichokes onions extra virgin olive oil pasta pecorino cheese black pepper salt wine white wine
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Prep Time
20 minutes
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Cook Time
15 minutes
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Servings
4
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Difficulty
Easy
💰 Moderate
🗓️ Spring
⭐ 4.8/5

🛒 Ingredients

  • ✓ 320 g pasta of your choice
  • ✓ 12 asparagus spears
  • ✓ 4 artichokes
  • ✓ a glass of white wine
  • ✓ half a white onion
  • ✓ fresh chili pepper
  • ✓ grated Sicilian pecorino cheese
  • ✓ extra virgin olive oil
  • ✓ salt
  • ✓ freshly ground black pepper

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories
350-400 kcal
Protein
10-12 g
Fat
10-12 g
Carbohydrates
50-60 g
Fiber
5-7 g
Sugars
Not specified
Sodium
Not specified

Spring in Sicily brings a bounty of fresh ingredients, and there's no better way to celebrate this than with Pina Romano's Asparagus and Artichokes Pasta. 
This vibrant dish is a tribute to the lightness and fresh flavours of the season. With every bite, you're transported to the Sicilian countryside, where the aroma of sautéed artichokes mingles with the delicate scent of fresh asparagus. 
Perfect for a springtime lunch, this dish can be enjoyed as a vegetarian delight or enhanced with cured meats for a heartier meal. 
It's a simple yet elegant recipe that captures the essence of Sicilian cuisine, best paired with a glass of Eloro Rosso for a truly memorable dining experience.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the asparagus, chop the stalks into pieces, and remove the woody ends.

  2. 2

    Prep the artichokes by peeling off the outer leaves and slicing them into thin wedges, then soak them in lemon-acidulated water.

  3. 3

    In a pan, sauté the onion and chili pepper in extra virgin olive oil. Add the artichokes and let them brown.

  4. 4

    Blanch the asparagus, then add them to the pan with the artichokes.

  5. 5

    Deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.

  6. 6

    Cook the pasta and mix it with the veggies.

  7. 7

    Toss with pasta cooking water and adjust with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  8. 8

    Garnish generously with Sicilian pecorino cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

💡 Tips and Variations

For a heartier variation, add some diced pancetta or prosciutto. You can also substitute pecorino with grated caciocavallo if preferred.

📦 Storage

  • • Consume the pasta immediately for the best flavour.
  • • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • • Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth to maintain moisture.

🍷 Pairing

Pair with a refined glass of Eloro Rosso, a Sicilian wine that complements the freshness of the asparagus and artichokes.

Thank you for exploring this delightful Sicilian recipe with us. We hope you enjoy making and savouring the Asparagus and Artichokes Pasta. Don't forget to share your experience and the joy of Sicilian cuisine with friends and family!

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