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Fettuccine With Asparagus, Morels, And Tarragon - Italian

Fettuccine With Asparagus, Morels, And Tarragon - Italian is built on Butter, Shallots, Asparagus Trimmed Cut Into Inch Lengths, Vegetable Broth, and Whipping Cream. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

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Ingredients

• 3 tbsp
• 1 cup
• 1 lb
• 1 1/4 cup
• 2/3 cup
• 2 1/2 tbsp
• 12 oz
• 1 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   If using dried morels, place in 2-cup measuring cup and pour enough hot water over to reach 2-cup mark.

2. 2

   Let soak until soft, pushing down occasionally if morels rise to top, about 20 minutes.

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   Drain, reserving soaking liquid; add enough water to measure 1 1/4 cups if needed.

4. 4

   Cut large morels in half.

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   Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Add shallots and fresh or reconstituted morels; saut� until shallots are tender, about 6 minutes.

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   Add asparagus and 1 1/4 cups broth (if using fresh morels) or reserved soaking liquid (if using dried morels).

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   Bring to boil, cover, and cook 2 minutes.

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   Stir in cream and 2 tablespoons chopped tarragon.

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    Simmer uncovered until sauce thickens slightly, about 4 minutes.

11. 11

    Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.

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    Drain pasta and return to pot.

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    Add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and sauce; toss.

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    Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tablespoon tarragon.

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    Serve with remaining Parmesan cheese.

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    Contributed to the FareShare Gazette by Chupa; May 9, 2007 www.fareshare.net

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