Cooking Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions. In a frying pan, melt butter and cook onion until soft but not coloured. Add asparagus and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and cream; stir well. Bring to a boil and reduce for 2 minutes. Add pesto; stir well. Dissolve cornstarch in water, add to cream mixture and cook for 1 minute to thicken. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve over pasta and sprinkle with cheese.

Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 15 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 mL (1 cup) 15% cooking cream
• 210 g (7 oz) pasta (your choice)
• 5 mL (1 tsp) butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 500 mL (2 cups) fresh asparagus, cut into 3.5 cm (1 1/2 inch) lengths
• 250 mL (1 cup) vegetable broth
• 5 mL (1 tsp) pesto
• 5 mL (1 tsp) cornstarch
• 30 mL (2 tbsp) cold water
• To taste shredded Swiss cheese
• To taste salt and freshly ground pepper