Asparagus With Toasted Pine Nuts

* Exported from MasterCook *

Asparagus With Toasted Pine Nuts

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Lb. fresh asparagus
3 Tbsp. pine nuts
Lemon Vinaigrette:
1/4 C. olive oil
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Clove garlic -- mashed to paste
1/2 Tsp. dried oregano -- crumbled
1/2 Tsp. dried basil -- crumbled
1/2 Tsp. salt
ground pepper

Step one: Remove tough ends from asparagus, rinse;
drain. Steam covered until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes.
Drain. Step two: Toast pine nuts in dry small heavy skillet
over medium heat, tossing frequently, until golden brown. Set
aside. Step three: Heat vinaigrette in medium saucepan over
medium heat until hot, about 3 minutes. Toss asparagus with
dressing. Place asparagus on serving dish; sprinkle with pine
nuts. Let stand, until serving time, at room temperature.
Makes 4 servings.


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