Pasta with Roasted Asparagus and Balsamic Butter

I found this recipe on Pinterest awhile ago.  It sounded tasty and simple, and it was!  This recipe makes 4 large servings.

Ingredients:
1 lb asparagus
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp brown sugar
1 lb pasta
4 Tbsp butter
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:
1.  Heat the oven to 400F.  Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them.  Cut the spears into 1 inch pieces.  Toss the pieces with the olive oil and salt and pepper.  Roast until tender, about 12-15 minutes.
2.  Meanwhile, put 1/2 cup vinegar in a small saucepan.  Simmer until 3 Tbsp remain.  Stir in the brown sugar and the remaining pepper.  Remove from heat.
3.  Cook the pasta until al dente.  Drain the pasta and toss with the butter, all the vinegar, asparagus, Parmesan and the remaining salt.  Serve with additional Parmesan.  Enjoy!

Jason and Beth's Rating: 5/10

Nutrition:
800 calories
18g fat (8g saturated)
30mg cholesterol
900mg sodium
140g carbohydrates
1g fiber
6g sugar
24g protein