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Asparagus with Chive Vinaigrette

Source of Recipe


Gourmet March 1991






List of Ingredients



• 4 lbs asparagus trimmed and peeled
  
• 2 Tbs sherry vinegar
  
• 1/2 tsp sugar
  
• 2 Tbs. walnut oil
  
• 1/4 cup olive oil
  
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives
  
• coarse salt to taste
  






Instructions



1. In a large deep skillet of boiling salted water cook the asparagus for 3 to 7 minutes, or until the stalks are tender but not limp, drain it well, and return it to the skillet
   
   
2. In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, the sugar, the oils, the chives, and salt and pepper to taste.
   
   
3. Pour the dressing over the asparagus, shaking the skillet to coat the asparagus with it, and sprinkle the asparagus with the coarse salt.
   
   






Final Comments


Serves 8