Fresh Pasta with Griddled Asparagus and a Lemon and Breadcrumb Topping

Homemade fresh pasta served with griddled asparagus and a crispy, aromatic lemon, garlic, and herb breadcrumb topping.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 771.4 kcals 3085.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 103.8 grams 415 grams
Fat 27.6 grams 110.2 grams
Protein 27.1 grams 108.4 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
5
piece
Eggs
free-range
50
g
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
juice only
1
piece
Lemon
zest only
GrainsCereals
500
g
Semolina Flour
fine, plus extra for dusting
100
g
Breadcrumbs
homemade
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
finely chopped
1
tsp
Thyme
fresh leaves
2
tbsp
Flat leaf Parsley
finely chopped
OilsFats
2
tbsp
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
for topping
Vegetables
1
bunch
Asparagus
trimmed

Steps

  • Pulse flour and eggs in a processor until a dough forms.
  • Wrap dough in cling film and rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Pass floured dough through a pasta machine, decreasing thickness settings gradually.
  • Cut the pasta into shapes and dust with semolina.
  • Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, and reserve some water.
  • Griddle oiled asparagus until marked, then add butter, pasta water, and lemon juice.
  • Fry breadcrumbs, lemon zest, garlic, and thyme in oil until golden.
  • Stir chopped parsley into the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Cut griddled asparagus into pieces and toss with pasta and some breadcrumbs.
  • Serve in warm bowls topped with the remaining breadcrumb mixture.