Skillet Asparagus & Tomato Rotini
Skillet Asparagus & Tomato Rotini
25 minutes total / Calories 230
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- No Meat
- Premium Red Sauce
- Short
- Spring Recipes
- Summer Recipes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Made with Barilla Classic Blue Box Rotini pasta.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Rotini |
| 1 | Jar Barilla® Tomato Basil Sauce |
| 1 | Bunch asparagus, sliced into inch pieces |
| 2 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| ½ | Cup water |
| 2 | Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
| ½ | Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (optional) |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, season with salt.
Step 2
Sauté asparagus with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until slightly brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Add sauce and ½ cup of water, simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Cook pasta according to the package directions.
Step 5
Drain pasta and toss with the sauce in a large mixing bowl.
Step 6
Top with chopped parsley and grated Pecorino Romano cheese before serving.
Rotini
Rotini (meaning "twists") are two-inch lengths of thick, screw-like pasta from Northern Italy. The shape was inspired by children, since it is fun to eat and pairs well with a wide variety of sauces.
Barilla® Rotini is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Rotini
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box