Pasta With Asparagus And Shrimp - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb.dried pasta
1 lb. asparagus, trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 lb. large shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 Tbsp. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/8 to 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
1 Tbsp. lemon juice or mild vinegar
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Cook pasta in saucepot or boiling water on stove following package directions.