Asparagus with Walnut-Chive Vinaigrette

Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs asparagus, trimmed and peeled
  • 2 T Sherry vinegar (available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets)
  • 2 T walnut oil (available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets)
  • 1/4 C olive oil
  • 1/4 cuCp thinly sliced fresh chives
  • Coarse salt to taste

Directions

  1. In a large deep skillet of boiling salted water cook the asparagus for 3 to 7 minutes, or until the stalks are tender but not limp, drain it well, and return it to the skillet. In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, the oils, the chives, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the dressing over the asparagus, shaking the skillet to coat the asparagus with it, and sprinkle the asparagus with the coarse salt.

recipe from: foodtv.com, 3/4/04

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