Asparagus Mushroom Pasta Sauce Moosewood Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Mushroom Pasta Sauce Moosewood

• Fresh Asparagus
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Onions
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Mushroom
• 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
• Black Pepper
• Dry White Wine
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Garlic Cloves
• Pasta

How to Make Asparagus Mushroom Pasta Sauce Moosewood

1. Steam 1 pound asparagus spears until tender-crisp (about 5-7 minutes). Transfer to a colander, rinse under cold water, and set aside to drain thoroughly.
2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened.
4. Add 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced, 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender.
5. Add 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1/4 cup water to the skillet.
6. Increase heat to bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce heat to low, sprinkle in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, whisking constantly until smooth and fully incorporated.
7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened slightly.
8. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for another 5 minutes.
9. Just before serving your pasta, stir in the drained asparagus. Toss with your cooked pasta and garnish with parmesan cheese or fresh dill.