Asparagus Recipes

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing recipe

Fresh asparagus gets tossed in a thick, nutty sauce for a lavish side dish. Serve with warm meats and potatoes for a substantial meal.

Ingredients:

1 pound asparagus, thick ends removed, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
½ cup walnuts
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sake or rice wine vinegar

Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook until just softened, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove, rinse with cold water, and drain. Set aside.

  2. Meanwhile, place walnuts, soy sauce, sugar, and sake in a food processor; blend until smooth.

  3. Arrange cooked asparagus on serving platter and drizzle with walnut sauce.

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Reviews and Comments:

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing Review by Linda on July 9th, 2012:

My husband and I loved this. Something different, instead of always grilling. Don't add extra salt to boiling H2O. The soy sauce is enough.

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing Review by Beth on April 26th, 2012:

Super easy sauce to whip up, packs a punch of flavor.

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Published: November 5, 2008
Average rating of 4.50 stars based on 2 reviews.
Summary: Fresh asparagus gets tossed in a thick, nutty sauce for a lavish side dish. Serve with warm meats and potatoes for a substantial meal.
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