Delightful Asparagus and Potato Spinach Medley with Creamy Mascarpone

Ingredients

- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 large leek, cleaned and sliced thinly
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
Begin by chopping the asparagus, leek, and carrots. Set aside.

2. Cook the Potatoes:
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the cubed russet potatoes. Cook for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Drain and set aside.

3. Sauté Vegetables:
In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the sliced leeks, carrots, and the bay leaf. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

4. Add Asparagus and Spinach:
Stir in the asparagus pieces and baby spinach. Cook and stir frequently for another 3-4 minutes until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the spinach is wilted.

5. Mix and Season:
Add the drained potatoes to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix gently to combine. Season with salt, fresh ground black pepper, and lemon juice and zest.

6. Incorporate the Cheeses:
Reduce the stove heat to low. Gently fold in the Parmesan, ricotta, and mascarpone cheese until the mixture is creamy and well-incorporated.

7. Finish and Serve:
Remove from heat, transfer to a platter or serve directly from the skillet. Garnish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a delightful finish.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- PT45M
45 minutes

Total Time

- PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 1,240 total calories

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