This recipe is a budget-friendly and healthy meal idea using some of the ingredients packed in our emergency food hampers that are distributed weekly by the Community Food Assistance Network.

Serves: 6 | Preparation: 25 minutes | Total:  25 minutes | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked pasta (spiral, penne, etc.)
• 3/4 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 6 tomatoes, diced
• 6 ounces cooked ham, chicken, or turkey, chopped
• 4 teaspoons dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté asparagus and bell pepper in oil until tender-crisp. Add tomatoes, meat, and pasta. Cook until heated through.
3. Stir in parsley, oregano, and basil. Top with shredded cheese.

Springtime Asparagus Pasta Recipe Card

Adapted from tasteofhome.com