Post by Jay on Jun 19, 2003 11:40:32 GMT -6
Asparagus with Honey MustardIt?s amazing what a simple stir-together sauce can do to
awaken the flavor of vegetables!
Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min
2 pounds asparagus
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus spears.
2. Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 12-inch
skillet. Add asparagus. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and
simmer 8 to 12 minutes or until stalk ends are crisp-tender; drain.
3. Shake remaining ingredients in tightly covered container.
Drizzle over asparagus.
Makes 6 servings
Success Hint: Measure oil before honey to grease your tablespoon.
You?ll be sure to get every last drop of honey!
Variation: Remember this simple sauce. It also flavors carrots,
broccoli and cauliflower.
Nutritional Info Per 1 Serving:
Calories 130 (Calories from Fat 35); Fat 4g (Saturated 1g);
Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 190mg; Potassium 190mg; Carbohydrate 22g
(Dietary Fiber 1g); Protein 3g
Diet Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1 Fruit; 1 Fat
Jay