Penne With Pistachios, Asparagus, and Cream Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup pistachio nut, peeled
• 1 pound thin asparagus, cut into thirds
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/3 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 pound dry penne pasta
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated