ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS & LEMON VINAIGRETTE

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Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts & Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by linda mcdougal

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb fresh asparagus
3 Tbsp pine nuts
1/4 c olive oil
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp basil, dried
1/2 tsp oregano, dried
1 freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

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

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