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Grilled Asparagus with Saffron Aioli




Source of Recipe


Maryc60123/EDC


Recipe Link: http://messageboards.ivillage.com/n/mb/message.asp?webtag=iv-fdcooking&msg=8233.1

List of Ingredients




1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 TBSP honey
1 1/2 tsp. saffron threads
1 cup mayonnaise
2 TBSP. minced garlic
2 lbs. trimmed asparagus
3 TBSP. extra virgin olive oil
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped

Recipe



Whisk vinegar, honey and saffron threads in heavy, small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil. Remove from heat and cool completely.

Mix mayonnaise and garlic in medium bowl. Mix in cooled vinegar mixture. Salt & pepper to taste.

Toss asparagus with oil on rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt & pepper.

Grill asparagus over BBQ until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 5 min. Transfer to platter. Drizzle aioli over asparagus. Sprinkle with bell pepper.