Creamy Asparagus Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pint light cream
• 1 pound linguine pasta
• 1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.

In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and simmer for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.

Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.