I have been in a bit of a funk latley.
I am not exactly sure whats been going on.
Nothing has changed, nothing is different, but I am just not myself.
Maybe I am going through pre-wedding blues or something.
But alls I know is I am not myself.
Hence my little absence form blogging.
I am going home for my bridal shower/ bachelorette party this weekend, so maybe that will cheer me up.
Bad quality, but new wedding necklack!!
What do you think!?
♥
Tonight, however, my cable went out so I was able to indulge myself in making a delicious meal.
Ingredients:
1 pound asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 pound penne
1/4 pound butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Directions:
Heat the oven to 400°. Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the spears into 1-inch pieces. Put the asparagus on a baking sheet and toss with the oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Roast until tender, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, put the vinegar in a small saucepan. Simmer until 3 tablespoons remain. Stir in the brown sugar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove from the heat.
Cook the penne in a large pot of boiling, salted water until just done, about 13 minutes. Drain the pasta and toss with the butter, vinegar, asparagus, Parmesan, and the remaining 1 3/4 teaspoons salt. Serve with additional Parmesan.
So so so good!
