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    ROD 5/24/2006 Asparagus Day ASPARAGUS WI


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    Marla

    Recipe Introduction


    Asparagus is one of nature's most perfect foods. A member of the lily family, it's a nutrient-dense food high in folic acid - and a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin. It also has no fat, no cholesterol and is low in sodium. Under ideal conditions, an asparagus spear can grow 10 inches in a 24-hour period.
    What an over-achiever!



    List of Ingredients




    ROD 5/24/2006 Asparagus Day ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE SAUCE


    ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE SAUCE


    2 pounds asparagus spears
    1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)
    1/3 cup mayonnaise
    1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
    Dash of pepper


    Recipe



    1. Wash asparagus spears. Break off woody bases and discard. Place asparagus in a steamer basket over simmering water. Cover and steam for 7 to 9 minutes (or until crisp-tender). Remove steamer basket and save 2 tablespoons of the steaming liquid.

    2. In a small saucepan, whisk together the thawed orange juice concentrate, mayonnaise, mustard, and pepper until smooth. Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of the reserved liquid to make sauce the desired consistency. Cook and stir over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes until heated. Do not boil.

    3. Arrange asparagus on a serving platter. Spoon sauce over spears.


    Makes 8 servings.


 

 

 


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