Pasta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Flavoured Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Ingredients
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1 bunch fresh asparagus
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30 ml (2 tbsp) extra virgin olive oil (for grilling)
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Pasta for four (16 oz)
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Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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Salt and pepper
Preparation
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1. Preheat grill on high, direct heat.
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2. Prepare the asparagus by breaking or cutting off any tough bottom ends.
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3. Place the asparagus in a pan. Coat them with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle salt over them.
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4. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
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5. Grill the asparagus for 5-10 minutes, until nicely charred and just fork tender, turning them every few minutes so that they brown relatively evenly.
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6. When both pasta and asparagus are ready, serve in warm bowls, sprinkle with freshly shredded parmigiano and drizzle with lemon flavoured extra virgin olive oil.
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7. Salt and pepper to taste.
