Steamed Asparagus With Tomato-Basil Dip |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 3 Minutes |
Ready In: 23 Minutes Servings: 15 |
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A recipe from my mom. Asparagus is a real favorite around our house, and I am always looking for different ways to serve it. This recipe is very simple and quick.And you can prepare it up to 2 days ahead. The asparagus is just right, crisp-tender, not soggy, contrary to what some people think ( thanks to canned asparagus), asparagus should NEVER be soggy and limp! Ingredients:
1 cup mayonnaise |
1/2 cup sour cream |
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil |
1 tablespoon tomato paste |
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind |
4 lbs fresh asparagus |
Directions:
1. Whisk together first 5 ingredients. Cover and chill uo to 2 days, if desired.
2. Snap of tough ends of asparagus. Cook in boiling salted water to cover, 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. PLunge asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain. COver and chill, if desires. Serve with dip.
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