Thank goodness catsmom will not go here anymore!\r
Only you (or your husband) know how asparagus can be overwhelming in taste! they are used to balance out flavors because they are mild...your husband probably wanted cheese because people who do not understand food put it on any kind of pasta.\r
It would be a crime to put parmigiano on a light dish with shrimp and asparagus!\r
I am glad to hear that my fellow Fiorentini declined such an ignorant request...FORZA VIOLA!\r
p.s....who cares how old your mom is???
Pros: true tuscan food
Cons: ignorant guests
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