Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1.5 cup

Bow Tie Pasta

cooked

0.75 cup

Low-Sodium Chicken Broth

0.5 tsp

Orange Zest

optional

0.25 cup

Kasha (Buckwheat)

cooked with egg white

12 unit

Asparagus Spears

blanched or steamed

2 tbsp

Parmesan Cheese

grated

2 tbsp

Pistachio Nuts

dry-roasted

3 tsp

Butter Buds

dissolved

3 tbsp

Warm Water

2 tbsp

Parsley

minced

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

Step 1
~2 min

Cook bow tie pasta according to package directions.

Step 2
~2 min

While pasta cooks, blanch or steam asparagus spears until tender-crisp.

Step 3
~2 min

In a large saucepan, combine cooked pasta and chicken broth (or vegetable stock).

Step 4
~2 min

Heat the pasta and broth mixture over medium heat until simmering.

Step 5
~2 min

Add orange zest (optional), cooked kasha (buckwheat with egg white), blanched asparagus, grated Parmesan cheese, dry-roasted pistachio nuts (or pine nuts), and Butter Buds dissolved in warm water (or unsalted butter) to the saucepan.

Step 6
~2 min

Quickly heat all ingredients together for about 2-3 minutes, stirring gently.

Step 7
~2 min

Arrange asparagus spears in a wagon wheel style around the edge of each plate (5 spears per plate).

Step 8
~2 min

Spoon the pasta mixture into the center of each plate.

Step 9
~2 min

Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra zest.

Use fresh, seasonal asparagus for the best flavor.

Toast the pistachio nuts for enhanced nuttiness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead - cook pasta and blanch asparagus in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Parmesan)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Top with grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Pasta dishes are a staple in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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