Asparagus With Toasted Pine Nuts& Lemon Dres

* Exported from MasterCook *

Asparagus With Toasted Pine Nuts & Lemon Dres

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables Low-Cal

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound asparagus -- fresh spears
1/4 cup olive oil
10 milliliters garlic -- crushed
1/2 teaspoon basil -- dried whole
pepper -- freshly ground
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 tablespoon lemon juice -- fresh
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano -- dried whole

Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Remove scales from stalks with knife or
vegetable peeler, if desired. Place spears in a steaming rack over boiling
water; cover and steam 4-5 minutes or until spears are crisp-tender. Transfer
to a serving platter. Sautee pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat 2-3
minutes, until browned. Set aside. Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients
in a medium saucepan; stir with a wire whisk to blend. Cook over medium heat
2-3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly. Pour over
asparagus. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Let stand to room temperature before
serving.





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