Asparagus-Collard Green Linguine

One of the most delicious lunch entrées you can imagine is Asparagus-Collard Green Linguine. Cook this soon!

Careful shopping is essential. Select really tasty ham with a sweet, smoky taste and linguine of excellent quality. Use frozen, not canned asparagus.

11 servings—1 cup each

Ingredients
2 packages (9 ounces each) Green Giant® frozen asparagus without sauce
1 teaspoon salt substitute
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 pound linguine
2 cups frozen chopped collards
2 cups chopped Vidalia onions
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
8 ounces thinly sliced and chopped cured Virginia ham
Dash black pepper
Dash crushed red pepper
1 can cream of mushroom soup
8 ounces grated mozzarella cheese
½ cup light sour cream
½ cup ricotta cheese

Preparation
·Cook the asparagus according to package instructions. (Place unopened pouches in vigorously boiling water in a large uncovered saucepan. Boil 18 minutes. Turn the pouches over halfway through heating time.). Remove from the water and set aside.
·Cook the linguine by boiling 6 quarts of water with 1 teaspoon salt substitute and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the linguini to vigorously boiling water. Cook 11 minutes. Stir lightly to separate occasionally. Drain in a colander and return to the pot to keep it warm.
·Sauté the collards and onions in olive oil until they are tender. Add the vinegar and baking soda
·Toss all the ingredients together. Serve immediately.
·Serve immediately.

Equipment/Utensils
•Large saucepan for cooking asparagus • Large pot for cooking spaghetti • Colander • Large skillet

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