ASPARAGUS MALTAISE

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Provided by Kitchen Crew

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb asparagus
3 egg yolks
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 c butter
1 tsp grated orange peel
3 Tbsp orange juice

Steps:

  • 1. Snap tough ends from asparagus and discard.
  • 2. Place asparagus in 1 inch water in large skillet, bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer until tender, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • 3. Blend egg yolks, lemon juice and salt in saucepan or top of double boiler.
  • 4. Add half of butter and stir constantly over low heat or boiling water until butter melts.
  • 5. Add remaining butter and continue stirring until it melts and sauce thickens.
  • 6. Stir in orange peel and juice.
  • 7. Drain asparagus and serve topped with sauce.

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