Gnocchi with Asparagus and Mushrooms

Contributed By: Hilary
Good Housekeeping

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Pork
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: Italian
Meal Type: Entree

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Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) gnocchi or medium shell pasta
Salt
2 tablespoons Butter
1 Medium onion, chopped
4 ounces Sliced smoked ham, cut into thin strips
1 package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms
1 pound Asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup Reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup Heavy whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

In large saucepot, prepare pasta in boiling salted water as label directs.

Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and ham and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until onion is tender.

Add mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are tender and liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in asparagus, chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, and black pepper; heat to boiling over high, heat, stirring. Boil 3-5 minutes, until asparagus is tender.

Drain pasta; return to saucepot. Add mushroom mixture; toss well. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Cook's Notes

Nutrition Information

Calories: 259 ; Total Fat: 16 g ; Saturated Fat: 9 g ; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g ; Carbohydrates: 18 g ; Protein: 11 g ; Vitamin A: 652 IU ; Vitamin C: 24 mg ; Calcium: 78 mg ; Sodium: 1080 mg ; Iron: 2 mg ; Fiber: 2 g

Recipe Comments

Commented by: sbanks143

It was tastey. I added Gorganzola Cheese for a little "zing" instead of Parmasan.