Spring Linguine

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Spring Linguine

Recipe By :MONDAY TO FRIDAY SHOW #MF6669
Serving Size : Preparation Time :
Categories :New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 ounces linguine, -- fine
2 quarts salted water
1/4 cup finely chopped bacon -- or pancetta
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 scallions, -- thinly sliced
12 ounces fresh asparagus, peeled and cut
diagonally into 1/2 inch slices
1 tablespoonfu each of lemon juice and unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled fresh goat's or farmer's cheese
2 tablespoons sliced pitted cured black olives


Bring salted water to a boil. While the water is coming to a boil prepare
the ingredients you will need for your sauce. Add the linguine to the
salted water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked but still firm to
the bite.

Meanwhile heat the bacon in a skillet. When the fat has rendered and the
bacon bits are crisp, add the scallions and asparagus and cook over
moderate heat, stirring continuously, for about 2 minutes or until the
asparagus are crisp tender.

Drain the pasta (reserving a tablespoonful of cooking water) and portion it
into pasta bowls.

Add the water, lemon juice and butter to the asparagus skillet and swirl
the ingredients around until the liquid and butter form a little emulsion.
Season to taste with salt and pepper and spoon over the pasta. Garnish with
cheese and olives.

Yield: 2 servings

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