Lemon Pepper Pasta and Asparagus

Lemon Pepper Pasta and Asparagus

2 C. uncooked farfalle (bow-tie) pasta (4 oz.)

1/4 C. olive or vegetable oil

1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 C.)

1 lb. asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper

3 T. lemon juice

lemonpeper1 can (15 to 16 oz.) navy beans, rinsed and drained

Freshly ground pepper, if desired

 

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.   Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook bell pepper, asparagus, lemon peel, salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper in oil, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.   Stir lemon juice and beans into vegetable mixture. Cook until beans are hot. Add pasta; toss. Sprinkle with pepper.

 

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