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Ingredients
- 6 medium leeks, white parts only, halved lengthwise and chopped.
- 2 Tbs. lemon juice
- 2 Tbs. parsley
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
- 16 oz. orzo pasta
- 1/2 lb. asparagus, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Method
- 1. Bring medium pot of walted water to a boil. Add leeks, and cook 10 minutes, or until tender.
- 2. Drain, and puree in blender with lemon juice, parsley and oil. Set aside.
- 3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Add asparagus to pasta water during last 2 minutes of cooking (or steam asparagus).
- 4. Drain pasta and asparagus, and transfer to large bowl. Top with leek sauce and chese. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
