Asparagus With Shells

(adapted from Asparagus Manicotti)

 

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8

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INGREDIENTS:

• 2 boxes pasta shells

• 6 tablespoons butter

• 4 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, grated

• 4 cups heavy cream

• Black pepper

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese

• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese

• 30+ Asparagus stalks

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DIRECTIONS:

1. Prep the asparagus by removing the woody ends and cut into 1/4 inch pieces

2. Cook the shells in a large pot of boiling salted water until slightly softened, but still very firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan with olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, cream, pepper and bring mixture to a simmer stirring often. Add the cheeses and simmer sauce for 4 minutes. Add in the asparagus pieces and continue to stir and simmer until sauce has thickened and is smooth (about 4 minutes)

4. Mix in shells.