Parmesan Asparagus Spears

Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 t balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 1/2 lbs asparagus spears
  • 2 T grated or shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Stir together vinegar, oil and mustard in a large bowl. Set aside. Heat 2 inches of water and half the salt to boiling in a large, deep skillet.
  2. Break or slice off the lower stems of the asparagus spears. Rinse and place half the spears in the boiling water. Cover and cook 5 to 6 minutes, or just until tender-crisp.
  3. Transfer asparagus to the bowl with the vinegar mixture. Repeat with remaining asparagus.
  4. Toss gently until spears are evenly coated. Place asparagus on serving plate. Sprinkle with cheese.

recipe from: California Asparagus Commission, 02/19/03

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