ASPARAGUS STEAMED IN A PAPER BAG

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This is a simple and delicious way to prepare and serve asparagus. Recipe from Tyler's Ultimate, by Tyler Florence.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb medium asparagus, trimmed
extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, very thinly sliced
1 bay leaf
sea salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° with rack placed in the center position.
  • Place asparagus in a brown paper bag large enough to hold the asparagus comfortably.
  • Drizzle with oil to prevent the bag from burning.
  • Add the lemon slices and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper.
  • Close the bag by folding it over several times and creasing the folds well to retain the steam in the bag.
  • Place bag on a baking sheet, and drizzle with more olive oil.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Shake bag a few times before carefully opening; transfer asparagus to platter.
  • Drizzle with more oil; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.7, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 16.3, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.9

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