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Asparagus, Herbed Sauté

List of Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus spears
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic minced
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon dried whole oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried whole thyme
Dash of pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese



Recipe

Snap off tough ends of asparagus and remove scales from spears. Cut diagonally into 1 to 2 inch pieces. Steam for 4 to 5 minutes over boiling water.

Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet, add garlic and asparagus pieces. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender.

Add tomato halves, oregano, thyme and pepper. Cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Transfer to serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.