Beef & Asparagus Pasta Toss

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Servings
   Serves 4

Prep Time
   15 minutes

Cook Time
   10 minutes

Cooking Methods
   Pan Broiling
   Pan Frying or Sauté
   Stir Fry

Beef Type
   Ground Beef

Ingredients

• l lb. ground chuck
• 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
• 1 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 cup minced shallots (about 2 large)
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• salt and pepper

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted water 10 minutes or until almost tender. Add asparagus; continue cooking 3 to 4 minutes or until pasta and asparagus are tender. Drain well.

Meanwhile brown ground beef in large nonstick skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is not pink, breaking up into 3/4-inch crumbles. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; pour off drippings.

Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat until hot. Add shallots and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add beef; toss to mix. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Combine beef mixture with pasta and asparagus in large bowl; toss well.

Suggestions

Shallots and garlic that are not at their peak of freshness may have a bitter green sprout in the center. Cut cloves in half and lift out the sprout before using.