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I also added garbanzo beans and a little of my own light dressing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-04-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LPHJKitchen"},"reviewBody":"

This was a tasty, light and fresh dish! Asparagus is my favorite veggie and I'm always looking for new ways to serve it and this was a winner!!!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-06-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dlynsmith9"},"reviewBody":"

I used sweet onion diced, mushrooms, and can diced tomatoes instead of peppers and fresh tomatoes. I also used fresh Basil and oregano. It was very easy and delicious. Will be making this again this summer.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-08-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jaimee"},"reviewBody":"

This was really good! I took the advice of some reviews and used canned tomatoes with garlic\/basil, and also added a little 1\/2 and 1\/2 which made an amazing sauce! I will make again for sure! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RonGinther"},"reviewBody":"I had been looking for a good recipe to use for asparagus. I have made this several times my wife loves it. The only change that I made was to leave out the cayenne pepper and add some seasoned pepper. I used diced Roma tomatoes and added a little pasta water .","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JodiLenc"},"reviewBody":"Everyone enjoyed this recipe. Rather than dicing fresh tomato I poured in a can of diced tomatoes with basil and garlic. I think it added to the flavor. I will be making this again. It was quick, easy and it tasted great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"This is simple and delicious! I didn't have yellow bell peppers so I skipped them and I added 1\/4 cup half and half and 2 tablespoons pasta water at the end before adding the cheese because I thought it would be too dry. It had a light, cheesy sauce that blended well with the herbs. Will be making again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedHat"},"reviewBody":"Looks & tastes amazing, also incredibly easy to make!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Pooch60"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was very good and easy. The only thing I changed was to use one 14 oz can of diced tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes. My husband and I both liked it. I will be making it again soon.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Teresa"},"reviewBody":"Pretty good. I added sauteed onion and garlic and used sundried tomatoes instead. I love the flavor combination of pasta and sun dried tomatoes. It's a keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"NancyHanks"},"reviewBody":"I thought I'd just make this recipe to use up some ham, but it is so tasty I will buy ham just for it. I didn't have fresh tomatoes so I used canned. Also fresh oregano and basil from my garden. Quick and easy, too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"briandean"},"reviewBody":"This is so easy to make! I've made it twice now, and the second time I just used 2 cans of petite cut diced tomatoes, drained; instead of cutting the tomotoes. They cayanne pepper isn't really all that spicy, it adds a wonderful kick. If you're really watching your weight, I'd recommend using cooking spray instead of olive oil, whole wheat noodles, and leave out the cheese. But even as is, it's a pretty healthy recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lshaw"},"reviewBody":"Certainly made a colorful presentation! Easy to prepare after a day's work. I don't usually serve ham as a main course unless it's the holidays so this was a different offering. I have made this twice and all of it was consumed both times!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-07-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TrevorEvans"},"reviewBody":"I thoroughly enjoyed this. The natural flavors of the asparagus and pepper really enhance this. I actually made without the tomatoes because of tomato allergies, and I was worried it wouldn't taste great. But no problem, it was delicious still!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JordanSauer"},"reviewBody":"The jury was on out on this recipe. My boyfriend liked it but I hated it. Unfortunately it tasted like a lot of mismatched flavors and just was not really a good meal. I would not make this again which is super disappointing because I was looking forward to this meal. I feel like you should just make the ingredients separately and enjoy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Aug-95"},"reviewBody":"This dish was really easy to make and looked beautiful on the plate with all the colors. I did reduce the tomatoes by half and used red pepper instead of cayenne.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bjsilve0"},"reviewBody":"I am not a fan of asparagus but I thought this dish was excellent!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LibbiPeach"},"reviewBody":"I've made this recipe two times now, love the fresh ingredients used in it. It will continue to be one i make often.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sands351"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty. Very nice not having a dish with a sauce. The herbs did the trick. The cayenne pepper gave it just the right kick. Will make this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-04-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"curlylis85"},"reviewBody":"Yum! Great way to use up leftover Easter ham and add in a lot of vegetables. This was particularly good with whole-wheat pasta. We do only use half the tomatoes because my children are not huge tomato fans.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-04-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"parelius"},"reviewBody":"Easy, Easy, Easy. This comes together so quickly and tastes great. I had some fresh grape tomatoes and used them along with part of a can of fire roasted tomatoes. Very good. Could add all kinds of other veggies too if you wanted it to go further.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ateam2002"},"reviewBody":"Loved this recipe although I did make some changes. i threw in some mushrooms and an onion and garlic. I didnt have fresh tomatoes so I used canned. I felt the spices needed to be punched up, so I doubled all the seasonings except the parsley. Delicious!! Will definately make again! 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I didn't have yellow bell peppers so I skipped them and I added 1\/4 cup half and half and 2 tablespoons pasta water at the end before adding the cheese because I thought it would be too dry. It had a light, cheesy sauce that blended well with the herbs. Will be making again!","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"03\/31\/2021 19:29","GUID":"ec442285d1a44bc483f5d93a72e00439","MemberId":9927252,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"DancingOtterHollow","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2021 19:29"},{"Comment":"Looks & tastes amazing, also incredibly easy to make!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"03\/25\/2021 00:19","GUID":"b8aa24f71fe14d70ba6f684d6263c47f","MemberId":9928335,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zach","SubmittedDate":"03\/25\/2021 00:19"},{"Comment":"I had been looking for a good recipe to use for asparagus. I have made this several times my wife loves it. The only change that I made was to leave out the cayenne pepper and add some seasoned pepper. I used diced Roma tomatoes and added a little pasta water .","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2020 22:35","GUID":"09ffc47e3e6d47b28de604ad0565ae03","MemberId":9778088,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Ron","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2020 22:35"},{"Comment":"I added saut\u00e9ed onion and garlic, Parmesan Regionno cheese and tomatoes that I canned this past summer. It was delicious!","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"04\/15\/2020 22:00","GUID":"E2F0641790F04BDD84677B837D40E0B8","MemberId":759924,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Daryl","SubmittedDate":"04\/15\/2020 22:00"},{"Comment":"The jury was on out on this recipe. My boyfriend liked it but I hated it. Unfortunately it tasted like a lot of mismatched flavors and just was not really a good meal. I would not make this again which is super disappointing because I was looking forward to this meal. I feel like you should just make the ingredients separately and enjoy.","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"11\/23\/2019 08:42","GUID":"1014ca1c12c640e1bf4c300ea1a6f8c6","MemberId":9735621,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Jordan","SubmittedDate":"11\/23\/2019 08:42"},{"Comment":"This recipe was very good and easy. The only thing I changed was to use one 14 oz can of diced tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes. My husband and I both liked it. I will be making it again soon.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"10\/17\/2019 20:47","GUID":"95d89c2f4e964546bed83a2e818a376d","MemberId":8102001,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Pooch60","SubmittedDate":"10\/17\/2019 20:47"},{"Comment":"Loved this recipe although I did make some changes. i threw in some mushrooms and an onion and garlic. I didnt have fresh tomatoes so I used canned. I felt the spices needed to be punched up, so I doubled all the seasonings except the parsley. Delicious!! Will definately make again! Thanks for the great recipe!","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"05\/19\/2019 22:23","GUID":"f9decd28461d4ab685ffe098b52f0027","MemberId":4901099,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ateam2002","SubmittedDate":"05\/19\/2019 22:23"},{"Comment":"This dish was really easy to make and looked beautiful on the plate with all the colors. I did reduce the tomatoes by half and used red pepper instead of cayenne.","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"04\/24\/2019 11:28","GUID":"fed52f4d832b4854a046a949aeec2850","MemberId":4631582,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aug2295","SubmittedDate":"04\/24\/2019 11:28"},{"Comment":"I have a question. What basic veggies would be good to substitute for the asparagus? Thank You in advance!","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"04\/03\/2019 17:04","GUID":"d3857170191e44c5b619a8c64b516408","MemberId":7327536,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Judykmm","SubmittedDate":"04\/03\/2019 17:04"},{"Comment":"This recipe is terrible. I don\u2019t ever rate anything. This might be the first time in my life and I made an account here just to warn you these psychopaths that gave this recipe 5 stars are clearly robots or have never tasted real food. This recipe is unseasoned plain pasta with some completely mismatched ingredients and basically no seasoning or flavor whatsoever. Just Cook asparagus and eat ham. Don\u2019t put this trash together in some affront to the very idea of pasta. GROSS","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/05\/2019 03:45","GUID":"2e852005da6c4480befce63f5b96058b","MemberId":9605714,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Mike","SubmittedDate":"02\/05\/2019 03:45"},{"Comment":"Great dish! I didn\u2019t have parsley so I skipped it and added two tablespoons of ketchup and mikes red hot sauce. Such good flavor!","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"01\/19\/2019 23:50","GUID":"b6eea3a1c2994930999affc71730443a","MemberId":9597046,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Jessica","SubmittedDate":"01\/19\/2019 23:50"},{"Comment":"While I enjoyed the fresh taste of this dish, I still felt it lacked some seasoning. I didn't have fresh parsley so I used dry instead (doing the conversion, it should have been 4 tsp). I didn't have enough so I only did 3, which may be why it was a bit lacking (if so, that's my fault). I'll definitely be trying this again, with FRESH parsley next time and possibly increase the salt just a tad. I must have had large tomatoes, because after cutting up 3, that looked like plenty. I also used a "ham steak" which I diced. I think next time I will also use some minced or chopped garlic. I'll be doing this one again.","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"12\/31\/2018 02:09","GUID":"e9d92891ca1f41d29f5e39143d09edc8","MemberId":6612040,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"PrplMonky5","SubmittedDate":"12\/31\/2018 02:09"},{"Comment":"Everyone enjoyed this recipe. Rather than dicing fresh tomato I poured in a can of diced tomatoes with basil and garlic. I think it added to the flavor. I will be making this again. It was quick, easy and it tasted great.","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"12\/06\/2018 13:31","GUID":"eb6d2c7335814900bc399bdbc43be513","MemberId":9563004,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Jodi","SubmittedDate":"12\/06\/2018 13:31"},{"Comment":"I had all the ingredients for this one on hand with the exception of the tomatoes. I used a can of fire roasted tomatoes, drained and added some onion. It went together very quickly. My husband and I enjoyed it very much.","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"11\/04\/2018 23:33","GUID":"7cf1430105f9432dbec12f6f8a5cd214","MemberId":8182717,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"piler","SubmittedDate":"11\/04\/2018 23:33"},{"Comment":"I thoroughly enjoyed this. The natural flavors of the asparagus and pepper really enhance this. I actually made without the tomatoes because of tomato allergies, and I was worried it wouldn't taste great. But no problem, it was delicious still!","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"07\/03\/2018 02:08","GUID":"a6216a78d49e4e72a902b8f036307146","MemberId":9483689,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Trevor","SubmittedDate":"07\/03\/2018 02:08"},{"Comment":"

So simple! While reading I was certain this recipe would be bland... however the seasonings were perfect as stated. Perfect for weeknight dinner.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"06\/01\/2018 01:01","GUID":"96dc5baf0eca44b88ec62652f4153774","MemberId":7564909,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ewhite234@gmail.com","SubmittedDate":"06\/01\/2018 01:01"},{"Comment":"

Quick, easy, tasty! I used a can of fire roasted tomatoes, undrained, instead of fresh and bowtie pasta. Not a fan of cayenne pepper so I skipped that. Great use of fresh veggies! I served it with a salad.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"03\/01\/2018 00:01","GUID":"ca888feaec28479d94065fffbfa63b91","MemberId":6956004,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kmcope@bellsouth.net","SubmittedDate":"03\/01\/2018 00:01"},{"Comment":"

Very tasty. Very nice not having a dish with a sauce. The herbs did the trick. The cayenne pepper gave it just the right kick. Will make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"02\/26\/2018 23:43","GUID":"BC51805016A842EBBF521C19932CC861","MemberId":1036170,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"sands351","SubmittedDate":"02\/26\/2018 23:43"},{"Comment":"

Certainly made a colorful presentation! Easy to prepare after a day's work. I don't usually serve ham as a main course unless it's the holidays so this was a different offering. I have made this twice and all of it was consumed both times!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"05\/11\/2018 17:39","GUID":"b5434e61f5fb47a09da8fa2729ce240b","MemberId":6993142,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"lshaw@scsk12.org","SubmittedDate":"11\/15\/2017 20:15"},{"Comment":"

I loved how quickly the meal went together. I chose this recipe to use up some leftover ham. A good choice. The men in the house felt it was a light meal as they had to snack later in the evening because they were hungry.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"10\/22\/2017 02:32","GUID":"351d4b7e019d452a909cee75b29307f7","MemberId":1292786,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"robbrd","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2017 02:32"},{"Comment":"

This was fantastic! I did add thinly sliced onion and garlic, but otherwise followed the recipe. Next time I will cut back a bit on the red pepper (I used close to 1\/2 t). Very tasty dish!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"08\/07\/2017 08:40","GUID":"58605f642f3b49239f851357d6a8a2ca","MemberId":8228031,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"CheeseheadInMD","SubmittedDate":"08\/07\/2017 08:40"},{"Comment":"

I thought I'd just make this recipe to use up some ham, but it is so tasty I will buy ham just for it. I didn't have fresh tomatoes so I used canned. Also fresh oregano and basil from my garden. Quick and easy, too!<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"06\/27\/2017 13:06","GUID":"833C1255D49B436D87C2017DB52A0510","MemberId":250004,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"NancyHanks","SubmittedDate":"06\/27\/2017 13:06"},{"Comment":"

Yum! Great way to use up leftover Easter ham and add in a lot of vegetables. This was particularly good with whole-wheat pasta. We do only use half the tomatoes because my children are not huge tomato fans.<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"04\/30\/2017 23:21","GUID":"ba9c225f9f0347d99839c62512ea1e33","MemberId":3166950,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"curlylis85","SubmittedDate":"04\/30\/2017 23:21"},{"Comment":"

Easy, Easy, Easy. This comes together so quickly and tastes great. I had some fresh grape tomatoes and used them along with part of a can of fire roasted tomatoes. Very good. Could add all kinds of other veggies too if you wanted it to go further.<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"04\/10\/2017 19:00","GUID":"97ccf872cd89446f988ccc96ff3cfc1e","MemberId":1026528,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"parelius","SubmittedDate":"04\/10\/2017 19:00"},{"Comment":"

I thought this was pretty good especially with all of the fresh ingredients. The cheese melted in with the liquid created by the veggies and made a really nice sauce. Quick and simple to make. This is a great summer recipe, gets you out of the kitchen fast. Thanks for sharing the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"06\/19\/2014 18:59","GUID":"834A109DF6BD4768BF9D96CD858E6EA0","MemberId":282614,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ConnieK","SubmittedDate":"06\/19\/2014 18:59"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"04\/01\/2013 08:13","GUID":"8E6C0D05A4F74FE08787F7F85B268326","MemberId":638454,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"sandyamoller","SubmittedDate":"04\/01\/2013 08:13"},{"Comment":"

I decided to change the recipe up a bit. I didn't think there was enough flavor. I added 1\/2 an onion and 2 cloves garlic, a dash of red pepper flakes and more oil. I also used canned diced tomatoes that had seasoning in it. With all the changes, it came out pretty yummy. I would try it again, but only with these changes.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"03\/30\/2013 19:25","GUID":"4efab232c3e9400db6c153810cff5cfa","MemberId":7206370,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Melissasuzy","SubmittedDate":"03\/30\/2013 19:25"},{"Comment":"

I only wish there were negative stars for this tasteless meal. There was absolutely no flavor. Good ham, wasted. Good asparagus, wasted. Good peppers, wasted. Good tomatoes, wasted. BLEH!<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"08\/23\/2012 19:48","GUID":"a8cd3b3e93ef4daab796ddb3d15e68b3","MemberId":6830584,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"deebieg","SubmittedDate":"08\/23\/2012 19:48"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"04\/24\/2012 18:40","GUID":"6e6cfd574f01471397b3ffe1dd91bdbf","MemberId":1507778,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jieastcott","SubmittedDate":"04\/24\/2012 18:40"},{"Comment":"

I've made this recipe two times now, love the fresh ingredients used in it. It will continue to be one i make often.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"12\/08\/2011 19:29","GUID":"f21c4cbfbc3d4498a3de249d0825f98c","MemberId":4441258,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LibbiPeach@cox.net","SubmittedDate":"12\/08\/2011 19:29"},{"Comment":"

I am not a fan of asparagus but I thought this dish was excellent!<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"10\/28\/2011 18:39","GUID":"3D94815337AFEEC0A6E609AF8153C31A","MemberId":172187,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"bjsilve0","SubmittedDate":"10\/28\/2011 18:39"},{"Comment":"

My husband loved this recipe, but I did not care as much for it.<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"02\/23\/2011 19:29","GUID":"97838dfd6c0d4cd897440f2cddcae277","MemberId":5716686,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"luckydime","SubmittedDate":"02\/23\/2011 19:29"},{"Comment":"

This is delish! I make it often and sometimes change up the pasta to Tri-colored Pasta and instead of ham I use crab meat.<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2007 15:00","GUID":"066d67e9512d428bba21bfbdf1a3cf95","MemberId":1763985,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jillea","SubmittedDate":"08\/03\/2010 12:03"},{"Comment":"

This is so easy to make! I've made it twice now, and the second time I just used 2 cans of petite cut diced tomatoes, drained; instead of cutting the tomotoes. They cayanne pepper isn't really all that spicy, it adds a wonderful kick. If you're really watching your weight, I'd recommend using cooking spray instead of olive oil, whole wheat noodles, and leave out the cheese. But even as is, it's a pretty healthy recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"11\/16\/2009 20:34","GUID":"f11950ee5d984a70bb7e583905ac9182","MemberId":2914082,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"briandean","SubmittedDate":"11\/16\/2009 20:34"},{"Comment":"

This recipe is absolutely wonderful, especially when fresh asparagus is available. I had made it years ago when it was first published, and had forgotten about it. I made it yesterday for dinner and fell in love with it again. It's even terrific as a leftover. I'm forwarding to my daughter to use in her personal chef service. She is a registered dietician, and incorporates healthy, light meals into her weekly menu for the clients. I'm sure they will love it too.<\/p>

I've been a fan of Taste Recipes for years. Now my daughter and granddaughters are too.<\/p>

MJW in Sparks, MD<\/p>","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"","GUID":"02B6BB46B903DCE49584EEF7B1C41D79","MemberId":36658,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"mjw","SubmittedDate":"05\/26\/2009 19:14"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"07\/17\/2007 21:45","GUID":"fb07796ab9cf480682c0aae2dc2c89b2","MemberId":1274087,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"evrhaze","SubmittedDate":"07\/17\/2007 21:45"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":38,"DateRated":"07\/01\/2007 18:33","GUID":"a3796589752e49c6a1eb880850019c1e","MemberId":1807985,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"keverwann","SubmittedDate":"07\/01\/2007 18:33"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":39,"DateRated":"01\/15\/2007 18:03","GUID":"6FB574BE495345CABAF06C90B18C974C","MemberId":1511301,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"melissa1076@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"01\/15\/2007 18:03"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51588,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43956,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312156,"name":"Pasta Dishes","slug":"pasta-dishes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312091,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.","parent":310796,"count":2963,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Asparagus Ham Dinner"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n