If using a smaller pasta like penne, the serving size may increase to 4. Since mini-shells take up more volume 2 cups is enough for 2 people or more depending on how much you serve. This is not a ...

Trim about 20% of the stalk, near where the white fibrous part turns green or purple. Always choose asparagus that is firm, ...

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Increase the heat and add the bacon. Keep stirring until the bacon is golden. Add the garlic, asparagus and peas and mix. Cook for a further 3 to 5 mins. Remove from the heat and add the herbs and ...

David Malosh for The New York Times Buttery polenta serves as a soft, savory bed for asparagus and peas. Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. This recipe finishes ...

Holding the stalk ends steady, speed-peel just 4 asparagus spears into lovely ribbons, then pop into a bowl with a small handful of the peas. Pick in just the pretty baby mint leaves, finely slice ...