MOREL MUSHROOM AND ASPARAGUS SAUTE

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Blanching the asparagus before the saute helps preserve the color and texture, making for a more enjoyable dish.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 qt water
12 oz white asparagus, trimmed
12 oz green asparagus, trimmed
1 Tbsp butter
1 shallot, thinly sliced
4 c fresh morel mushrooms, halved lengthwise (about 8 ounces)
1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 3 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan. Peel the botto 2 inches of white and green asparagus. Cook white asparagus in boiling water 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; remove with a slotted spoon to a colander. Rinse under cold water; drain well.
  • 2. Cook green asparagus in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender; remove with a slotted spoon to a colander. Rinse under cold water; drain well.
  • 3. Cut asparagus diagonally into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
  • 4. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; swirl to coat. Add shallot; saute 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add morels and 1/4 teaspoon salt; saute 5 minutes or until mushrooms are lightly browned.
  • 5. Add asparagus, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, oil, and pepper; toss gently to coat. Cook 2 minutes or until the asparagus is thoroughly heated.

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