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               Pasta With Goat Cheese & Asparagus (GWHP32A)

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Italian                          Pasta

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  lb            Fresh asparagus
   2      tb            Chives -- chopped
   1      lb            Fettuccine
                        Pepper -- freshly ground
     1/4  lb            Goat cheese
   2      tb            Butter

Scrape and trim the asparagus. Slice the spears on the bias, creating
lengths of 1/4".

In a kettle bring 3 qt water to a boil. Add the fettuccine, boiling
vigorously for 9 to 12 minutes. Do not overcook the pasta should be
al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water and drain the pasta.

Melt the butter in the kettle and add the asparagus. Saute for about
1 minute and add the fettuccine, goat cheese, chives, and pepper.
Pour in the reserved water. Toss well and serve.


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