Category: Vegetables

I.E.S.JJGF65A-----

PHILLY INQUIRER-----

ADENA POTOK-----

3 lb Asparagus, trimmed --

Cleaned

30 ml Garlic -- peeled and split

2 tsp Dried basil -- or 2 sprigs

Boiling water

FOR THE TOPPING-----

1/3 cup Margarine

1 tbsp Garlic -- chopped

1/4 cup Fresh basil -- chopped

Arrange asparagus in a layer in large,deep skillet along with the garlic and basil.(This may have to be done in two batches.)Pour boiling water over to about 1" deep.Cover and bring to a boil.Cook for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.



While the asparagus is cooking,prepare the topping by melting the margarine in small pan.Add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes.Stir in basil.



Drain asparagus,discarding split garlic (and basil sprigs,if used.),and arrange in serving dish.Spoon basil topping over.Makes 8 to 10 servings.....



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