Pappardelle With Asparagus Peas And Saffron Recipes

PAPPARDELLE WITH ASPARAGUS, PEAS, AND SAFFRON

Steps:

• Place the saffron in a small bowl with 3 tbsp boiling water. Set aside.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the butter. Saute the shallots in the butter until softened, about 3 minutes. Add in the vermouth and boil until it has reduced to about ⅓ cup. Add in the saffron water and simmer until reduced by two thirds. Add in the cream and bring it to a boil. Simmer until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Season to taste with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Remove from the heat and set aside.
• Cook the pasta according to package directions, until al dente, adding the asparagus tips and peas for the last few minutes of cooking. Drain and toss with the cream sauce. Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.

PAPPARDELLE WITH PEAS AND ASPARAGUS IN ORANGE-SAFFRON SAUCE

Steps:

• Trim and cut the asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
• Chop the onion to your desired texture.
• Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the asparagus.
• Cook until crisp-tender, approximately 3-4 minutes.
• Remove the asparagus and set aside.
• Add the pappardelle to the boiling water and cook till al dente.
• While the pasta is cooking, set a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add saffron to the skillet and heat till the saffron is fragrant and brittle, approximately 30 seconds.
• Crush the saffron to a powder with the back of a wooden spoon.
• Add the butter to the pan, heat till melted.
• Add the onion and saute till translucent.
• Stir in peas and orange zest, cook about 2 minutes, till peas are tender.
• Add the orange juice and asparagus, cook till the asparagus is warmed through.
• Season to taste with salt.
• When the pasta is cooked, drain and toss with the asparagus mixture.
• Serve with the grated Parmesan cheese.