Perciatelli with Peppery Cheese and Asparagus

 Have you ever heard of perciatelli pasta before?  I sure hadn't!  This past weekend, our friends made us pasta that was hallowed out in the middle...it was superb!  The pasta absorbs the flavor better than your standard spaghetti...I'm officially obsessed!

We prepped the pasta with our standard olive oil, garlic, and butter.  What made it much more special was the addition of Romano Pecorino, basil and asparagus!  It had a great peppery bite and yet the basil added a sweet finish!

Ingredients:
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 TB butter
  • 2 TB olive oil
  • 1 pound pasta
  • Romano Pecorino cheese, to taste
  • 12 large basil leaves
  • Bundle of Asparagus
Melt the butter over medium heat and add olive oil.  Saute the garlic until aromatic.  Meanwhile, boil the pasta according to directions.  Add pasta to sauce and toss.   We cooked our asparagus in the oven at 400 degrees...you can choose to do this how you wish, but we toss with olive oil and salt & pepper before baking.  Bake for about 12 minutes.  Plate the pasta and add basil, cheese and asparagus.


This dish makes a flavorful meal that's great for mid-week or date night.  I imagine a glass of chardonnay would pair wonderfully!

Hope you enjoy!  Bon Appetit!

xo natasha

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PS...I'm talking about my love for mint over at Henning Love today!  Be sure to stop by and check it out!
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  1. *Irene*January 31, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    That looks amazing! Love your blog! :)

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  2. NatalieJanuary 31, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    This sounds incredible! I've never heard of that pasta -- I want to try it!

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  3. Samantha GreenJanuary 31, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    this sounds delicious! i tried the beef and broccoli one a couple of weeks ago and that was amazing, so i'll definitely be trying this one too :) xx

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  4. AlexaJanuary 31, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Ah looks delish. Can't believe you are still motivated to whip up these delicious meals!

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  5. birdie to beJanuary 31, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Oh my goodness... this look delish!

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  6. MichaelaJanuary 31, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    Oh I'm all about pasta...this one looks great!

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  7. Jane {In The Pink & Green}January 31, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Ahh I have to find some of this pasta, it looks so good! :)

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  8. ALRJanuary 31, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    Looks delish!! Congrats on finding out you are having a boy! Yay!!

    Amy R. {plain & fancy living}

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  9. Darby HawleyJanuary 31, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    This looks delicious Natasha! I'm stopping by from Henning Love, and I'm your newest follower :-)

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  10. ShariJanuary 31, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    I thought I had heard of every pasta, but I was definitely wrong. This is a new one for me. Looks delicious! :)

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  11. Missy Minicucci | The Rinfret GroupJanuary 31, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    this looks delicious and asparagus is about the only veggie my fiance will eat so i definitely have to try this recipe! thanks for sharing...

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  12. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomesticationJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    That looks delicious! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  13. Tiffany KadaniJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Oh goodness! That looks amazing!

    And congrats on having a boy!!!

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  14. KatieJanuary 31, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    Never heard of it but looks soso good! I've given up pasta for now but once I get back from FL I'm diving head first haha

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  15. JennaJanuary 31, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Yum - this looks delicious Natasha! Thanks for sharing - until now I had never heard about perciatelli either - now I know!

    xxx
    Jenna

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  16. LaMagicaZuccaJanuary 31, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Ottima pasta ed ottimo condimento..brava!!!

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  17. Carol {Everyday Delights}January 31, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    That looks so so yummy! Can't go wrong with pasta in my book! New follower to your blog! :)

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  18. Jillian NicoleJanuary 31, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    I've never heard of that pasta before either--excited to try it!:) Thanks for recipe, Natasha!:)

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  19. Alex {Things That Sparkle}January 31, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    YUMMMM this sounds incredible.

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  20. Taylor January 31, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    looks delicious! never heard of that type of noodle before, but I love pasta with asparagus and cheese!!

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  21. Simply LKJJanuary 31, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Yum! I need to add this to our meal plan for next week. We always try to have one pasta/meatless dish at least.

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  22. Liz BrownJanuary 31, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    I just came from your 'mint' post on Henning Love. That was awesome! I'm inspired for awhile. :)

    Definitely going to look around here, and follow. :)

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  23. Amy {Fresh and Fancy}January 31, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    This looks delicious! Thanks for always sharing such yummy recipes! Loved your mint post also!

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  24. Secondhand StellaJanuary 31, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Yummm, looks so good!

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  25. UnknownJanuary 31, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    So yummy. when are you coming out with a recipe book . . .sort of not kidding. May I have a signed copy?

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  26. Mae BJanuary 31, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    oh my gosh, that looks absolutely amazing! so so good. I want to try it now!
    xx

    Enter the giveaway for my new jewelry boutique!

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  27. Gaby [The Vault Files]January 31, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Love this dish! Especially with that shaved parmesan on top ;)

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  28. 17 PerthJanuary 31, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Thank you! I am craving pasta--but needed something quick and easy for tomorrow night. :) Will definitely be testing this tomorrow night!

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  29. SusanJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    YUM!!! I'd definitely make that, for sure! It looks delicious. Hope you're having a great week!

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  30. Lindsay @ Delighted MommaJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Looks amazing!! I so wish carbs were allowed in my diet right now! BOO

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  31. Lisa @ Shine Your LightJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Mmmm, Natasha, thank you for sharing this. It's the perfect meatless meal for me when my husband is traveling. Look forward to making it!

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  32. KatyJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    This looks freaking amazing! I will add necessary ingredients to my grocery list :).

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  33. Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers}January 31, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    Never had it but now I want it! Look so fresh and tasty!

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  34. JessJanuary 31, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    Yum! I love asparagus! I will definitely be making this. Looks super easy too!

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  35. Alena: Oh, Its Just Perfect!January 31, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    I make a pasta with goat cheese and asparagus that's so tasty. Asparagus and pasta work so well together - I can't wait to try this version.

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  36. winetastegirl.comJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    That looks so yummy and as soon as I get back from the beach I will be making that! We're off carbs right now so that just makes it look even that much better.
    www.winetastegirl.com

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  37. betiJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    I really enjoy simple pastas, I love to eat asparagus but I often eat them grilled and with a steak it would be nice tho try them in a pasta

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  38. A room with a viewJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    What could be better than pasta with cheese and asparagus! Great mouthwatering pics..I will definitely be trying this one. Thx Natasha!

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  39. AllisonJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    This sounds delicious! I know I've said this before....you need to write a cookbook! You have wonderful recipes and a nice variety.

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  40. Grace (The Stripe)February 1, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Wow - this sounds amazing! I can't wait to try it out... yum.

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  41. MeganFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    This looks and sounds delish! :)

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