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Asparagus: Asparagus with Garlic & Basil

Source of Recipe

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List of Ingredients

3 pounds asparagus, trimmed and cleaned
2 cloves garlic, peeled and split
2 teaspoons dried basil (2 sprigs fresh)
boiling water

TOPPING:
1/3 cup butter
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/4 cup fresh chopped basil


Recipe

Arrange asparagus in a layer in large, deep skillet along with the garlic and basil. (This may have to be done in two batches.) Pour boiling water over to about 1" deep. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. While the asparagus is cooking, prepare the topping by melting the butter in small pan. Add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in basil. Drain asparagus,discarding split garlic (and basil sprigs,if used.), and arrange in serving dish. Spoon basil topping over. Makes 8 to 10 servings.