Shrimp and Asparagus Fettuccine

Shrimp and asparagus tossed with fettuccine noodles, with plenty of garlic and pesto.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4

Ingredients

• 8  ounces fettuccine
• 1  lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1⁄2 cup  sliced jarred  roasted red pepper
• 1⁄4 cup pesto sauce
• 2  tablespoons  minced garlic
• 2  tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oil
• 1  lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1⁄4 cup  shredded parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add fettuccine and asparagus pieces and cook as directed on box of fettuccine noodles. Drain and return to the pot. Stir in peppers and pesto. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, just until shrimp are opaque. Toss with cooked pasta and asparagus, then sprnikle with shredded Parmesan.