Pasta with shaved asparagus

12 Ounces of pasta ( spaghetti, linguine or thin spaghetti ) Whole Wheat for those that want to be healthier
1 Bunch ( 1 pound) asparagus, tough end removed, shaved with vegetable peeler
4 Strips of lemon zest plus 1 Tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
4 Tablespoons of butter (or butter substitute)
1 Ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved with vegetable peeler (you can substitute with another firm cheese)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Add Asparagus and lemon zest to pot; immediately drain pasta mixture, and return to pot.

Add butter and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, and toss, adding enough pasta water to create a thin sauce. Top with Parmesan Shavings.

Enjoy!!