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- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 - garlic clove, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon basil, dried
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 1 - freshly ground black pepper
How To Make asparagus with toasted pine nuts & lemon vinaigrette
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Step 1Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
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Step 2Remove scales from stalks with knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
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Step 3Place spears in a steaming rack over boiling water; cover and steam 4-5 minutes or until spears are crisp-tender.
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Step 4Transfer to a serving platter.
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Step 5Sautee pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat 2-3 minutes, until browned.
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Step 6Set aside.
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Step 7Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir with a wire whisk to blend.
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Step 8Cook over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
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Step 9Pour over asparagus.
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Step 10Sprinkle with pine nuts.
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Step 11Let stand to room temperature before serving.
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