Asparagus & Smoked Ham Linguine | Canadian Goodness

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) linguine
• 1 lb (450 g) asparagus trimmed and cut in 2-inch (5 cm) pieces
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) 35 % cream
• Lemon peel finely grated
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced smoked ham
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) grated Canadian Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) chives or green onions finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste