Pasta: Spaghetti with Smoked Mozzarella

posted by Terrytx 04-29-103 6:45 AM

* Exported from MasterCook *
Spaghetti with Smoked Mozzarella
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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pasta Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
2 cups (1-inch) sliced asparagus
3/4 cup 2% low-fat milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup (1 1/2 ounces) finely shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper


Cook pasta in boiling water 7 minutes; add asparagus; cook 2 minutes or until pasta is al dente and asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain.

Combine milk, salt, black pepper, eggs and garlic in a Dutch oven, stirring with a whisk until well blended. Add pasta mixture; cook over medium heat for 3 minutes or until slightly thick and creamy, stirring constantly. Add cheeses, parsley, and red pepper; cook for 1 1/2 minutes or until cheese melts, stirring constantly. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 1/4 cups). 363 cal, 9.5g fat, 19.4g pro, 49.5g carb, 3.1g fiber, 125mg chol, 3.7mg iron, 688mg sod, 290mg calc.

Source: Cooking Light-5/03

NOTES : Shred the mozzarella as finely as possible so it will melt quickly.

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