Angel Hair with Asparagus & Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 16 stalks fresh asparagus
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 1/4 cups plum tomatoes, seeded & chopped (Roma)
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter (no substitutes)
• 9 ounces fresh angel hair pasta
• 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil

Directions

1. 1

   Trim asparagus& rinse in cold water.

2. 2

   Remove the tips& set aside.

3. 3

   Bias slice the rest of the stalk into 1- 1 1/2 inch pieces& set aside.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add garlic& pepper; cook& stir for a minute.

6. 6

   Add tomatoes; cook& stir for another 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add asparagus pieces, wine& salt; cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes.

8. 8

   Add asparagus tips& continue cooking, uncovered, for another minute.

9. 9

   Add butter& stir until melted.

10. 10

    Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.

11. 11

    Drain well& serve topped with sauce& fresh basil.