Pasta with Asparagus

• 5 garlic cloves ( minced)
• 1 tsp. dried red pepper flakes
• 2-3 dashes hot pepper sauce
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 Tbsp. butter
• Salt (to taste)
• 1 lb. fresh asparagus (cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces)
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese ( shredded)
• 1/2 lb. mostaccioli or macaroni (cooked)

Directions

In skillet, cook garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus; salt and pepper; saute' until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese; mix well. Pour over hot pasta.

By Robin