One-Pot Asparagus and Lemon Pasta - Better Than Bouillon

Ingredients

• 1 lb linguine
• 2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon Seasoned Vegetable Base
• 5 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 tbsp lemon zest, divided
• 4 cups boiling water (approx.)
• 1 bunch asparagus, woody ends trimmed and sliced on an angle into 2-inch pieces
• .5 cup heavy or whipping (35%) cream
• .5 cup lemon juice
• .25 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp grated lemon zest
• 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper