ASPARAGUS WITH BLUE CHEESE

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This simple, elegant side would be ideal for a special dinner. Blue cheese adds a tangy richness to healthy steamed asparagus-and the bright green spears are sure signs of spring.-Elna Edgar, Innisfail, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a small bowl, combine the cheese, chives, oil, vinegar and pepper. Transfer asparagus to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; top with cheese mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 4-5 minutes or until cheese just begins to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges