PPN: Vermicelli With Butter, Parmesan, And Asparagus Tips

Sometimes, life throws so many custard pies in your face, eating and cooking becomes a chore.  Or it's forgotten entirely.  I found myself in that situation two days ago. I couldn't remember when I had eaten my last meal, which certainly isn't typical behavior for me.  I needed some comfort food. Not Cheetos, or cookies.  I needed something that would lay down a nice buffer of carbs, and cheese, to comfort my ailing spirit. Mashed potatoes would have been perfect, but I didn't want to go to that much trouble. So, I turned to one of my favorite ways to fix pasta:  Tossed with lots of butter, garlic, parmesan, and freshly ground tellicherry pepper.  And I added some asparagus tips, which made the whole thing very healthy. Antioxidants and all that good stuff.  And I did feel comforted as I ate it all down.  For me, tossed with butter and parmesan cheese is still the best way to serve pasta. 

This simple meal is my submission to Presto Pasta Night, which was started by the wonderful Ruth at Once Upon A Feast. Each Friday Ruth has a recap of wonderful pasta recipes from bloggers from all over the world.  So, do stop by and check it out.

Comments

[whaleshaman]

There's some sunshine to go with your morning cuppa over at my place.

You can rest your weary head on the table if you need, I won't mind.

Hugs, Sher.

d

ps: pass the Parmesan.

[Jenn]

This looks so good. I'm going to make it for dinner tonight, minus the asparagus and plus sliced bits of fried garlic. Lots and lots and lots of garlic.
I'll think of you as I eat it.
xx - Jenn

[Patricia Scarpin]

This is wonderful, Sher. Simple and superb at the same time.

[anne]

Looks wonderful, pretty, and comforting.

Sher - you've been in my thoughts daily. My heart goes out to you and your ailing spirit.

[Cape Cod Kitty]

Thank you for that beautifully simple recipe...and asparagus is just perfect right now.
Sending you lots and lots of comfort and healing thoughts from all my family. I know you are all doing everything possible to ease this time. Loving and caring deeply is a gift even when it hurts. Purrrrrrs from Ms Graysea and me!

[Deborah]

When I just have myself to feed and I don't feel like cooking or don't have the time, I often go to pasta with butter and parmesan. I'll have to throw in some asparagus next time, because that looks wonderful!

[Ruth]

A perfect stress free dinner, thanks for sharing with Presto Pasta Nights.

[MyKitchenInHalfCups]

There were so many nights when my boys where still at home, when we all recognized the day(s) had been hard on all of us: this was the unspoken menu. I think we may have had broccoli instead of the asparagus tips.
Now I call it the Zen Dinner.

[LiberalFoodie]

I am sending hugs your way. I hope all is well. Your pasta looks really good, especially because the asparagus tips highlight the entire dish.

[Lydia (The Perfect Pantry)]

Simple, elegant, and with cheese -- it just doesn't get better than that.

[Deb]

Simple comfort food at it's best. Just add a glass of chilled Sauvignon Blanc...

[Glenna]

I love looking at your pasta dishes every week. Not only do I admire how you keep up with the PPN event every week, I love all the variety of dishes you make with pasta. It's such a wonderful gift. I love pasta.

[Radcliff, Allie, Luna, & Ozzie]

We just read on the Cat Blogpsphere that Upsie has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. We are so sorry for your loss.

We did not know Upsie very well, but she looks like a beautiful kittie.

ppuuurrrrrrrrrr

[Hendrix]

We just read the sad news about Upsie. You have our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

[sammawow]

I was so sorry to read on the Cat Blogosphere that Upsie is no longer with us. Upsie was one of the very first cats I met through WCB and I can't even imagine the heartbreak that you are going through. I have so enjoyed knowing Upsie for the past two years and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers tonight.