Valentine's Asparagus With Pecans |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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i call this recipe valentine's asparagus because i created it for my valentine using about 3 different recipes. i was seriously worried that the flavors wouldn't go together, but luckily i worried for nothing!! this was a great dish and very different from how i've previously had/made asparagus. the pecans give it a really great crunch! Ingredients:
1 bunch thick stalk asparagus, cut in half |
5 ounces pecans, chopped |
4 slices thick cut bacon |
2 tablespoons butter |
1 large shallot, minced |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 teaspoons lemon pepper |
2 teaspoons garlic powder |
1 teaspoon thyme |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
salt & pepper |
Directions:
1. fry bacon until crisp, saving most of the drippings. crumble bacon.
2. add shallots & garlic to the bacon skillet, saute 3 minutes.
3. add butter and let melt, add the asparagus and seasonings and stir to coat evenly. let cook for 5 minutes.
4. add balsamic vinegar and stirring occasionally cover and let cook for 20 minutes or until fork tender.
5. add pecans & bacon during the last few minutes and stir.
6. i like my asparagus on the softer side, so if you prefer it more crisp adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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