Steam curls up from the valve and your stomach starts talking back. You catch yourself takin' in the aroma of fresh lemon and basil as the pressure cooker works its magic. The hiss of the valve is like music to your ears - a sure sign that somethin' good is just about ready. You remember all those times you got caught waitin' around the stove and think, heck, this little gadget gonna save you some precious time. It's like having a tiny chef on the counter, cookin' up deliciousness while you relax. Yesterday you barely had time to breathe, but today, with this recipe, you get a gourmet meal in less than half an hour. You gotta love how pressure cookers make tender veggies and flavors come together so good without you stressin' too much.
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A speedy and delicious recipe combining fresh lemon flavor with tender asparagus and creamy pasta, perfect for a gourmet meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb Asparagus trimmed and cut
- 8 oz Pasta penne or your choice
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- ½ cup Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest freshly grated
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon Basil fresh and chopped
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a pressure cooker, add asparagus and 1 cup of water. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes, then quick release.
- Drain asparagus and set aside. Remove water from the pressure cooker.
- Add olive oil, heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the pressure cooker. Heat on sauté mode until warm.
- Stir in cooked pasta, asparagus, parmesan cheese, and basil. Mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
This creamy lemon asparagus pasta is a quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Use fresh lemon and basil for the best flavor.
