ASPARAGUS WITH OLIVE OIL & HERBS

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I love the spring when fresh asparagus is available! This recipe is from "Come For Dinner" by Leslie Revsin.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 1/4 lbs asparagus, woody ends removed
salt & pepper
1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped (or 2 1/4 tsp dried mint)
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix parsley, garlic& oil in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  • Add asparagus& mix to ensure that all stalks are covered with oil mixture.
  • Place asparagus into a skillet large enough for the asparagus to lie flat in no more than 2 layers.
  • Season with salt& pepper.
  • Cover& cook over medium-high heat until sizzling.
  • Reduce heat to low& simmer until asparagus is tender but not mushy, 10- 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to serving platter& sprinkle mint over top.
  • Stir lemon juice into the pan juices, season to taste& pour over asparagus.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.

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