These amazing asparagus

(serves 2)

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Prep time: 10 mins

Cooking time: 10 mins

Ingredients 150g linguine 1 tsp olive oil, plus extra for pasta 8 asparagus spears 50g beef bacon, diced 50ml double cream 50ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp Parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve 2 tbsp chives, chopped

salt and pepper Method: 1. Boil pasta in a pan of lightly salted water until cooked, but still slightly al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil. 2. Heat olive oil in a pan over a medium heat. Finely slice six asparagus spears, cut remaining two spears into four pieces and sauté. 3. Add beef bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes, then add cream, stock, Parmesan, linguine and chives and cook for 3-5 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash of water. 4. Season and serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan.