Pasta With Asparagus - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped fine
1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
1 dash salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
1/2 lb mostaccioli pasta, cooked & drained (or other long tubular pasta)

Preparation

In a large skillet, heat oil and butter and then saute garlic and oregano for 2-3 minutes, stirring often so they do not burn.
Add asparagus pieces, salt, and pepper and saute until asparagus is crisp-tender (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
Add parmesan cheese and mix well.
Pour over hot prepared pasta and toss to coat.
Serve immediately.