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Default spaghetti dinner 2-1-2010

On Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:09:29 -0500, Kate Connally wrote:

> sf wrote:
>
>> When pasta is cooked, drain and
>> return it to the cooking pot. Add asparagus pieces, lemon cream sauce
>> and minced parsley. Toss gently to combine. Transfer to a warm
>> serving platter or plates.
>>
>> Garnish with remaining tablespoon of lemon zest and serve.

>
> Sounds yummy except for the asparagus. ;-) And I'd never
> leave out the cream. But enjoy. I wonder what would be a
> good substitute for the asparagus (and don't say broccoli,
> or any of those yucky vegetables ;-)). I would be tempted
> to maybe go for peas or green beaans or maybe zucchini.
>
> Kate


i think that green beans (if not overcooked) taste very similar to
asparagus. or if both are overcooked for that matter, though i try to
avoid that.

your pal,
blake