Penne With Asparagus And Mushrooms - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 ounces penne pasta
8 ounces bacon, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
16 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup evaporated milk or 1/2 cup heavy cream
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh cracked black pepper

Preparation

In a large pot, prepare pasta according to package directions until al dente.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the bacon for 2 minutes. Add the onions and saute about 5 minutes until the onions are soft.
Add the mushrooms and saute until tender and the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes more.
Stir in asparagus, chicken broth, and evaporated milk or cream and bring up to a simmer. Add pasta and stir. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until the asparagus is crisp-tender, but NOT mushy. Serve immediately sprinkled with parmesan cheese and pepper.