*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             Sesame Asparagus

Recipe By     : Bon Apetit Magazine
Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  lb            Asparagus -- trimmed
   2      tb            Unsalted butter
   1      ts            Sesame oil
   4      ts            Fresh lemon juice
   1      ts            Soy sauce
                        Toasted sesame seeds

Cook asparagus in large skillet of boiling salted water until almost 
crisp tender, about 5 minutes. Drain asparagus. Transfer to bowl of ice 
water and cool. Drain and pat dry. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover 
and chill.)

Melt butter with sesame oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high 
heat. Add asparagus and saute until crisp tender, about 2 minutes. Mix 
in lemon juice and soy sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt 
and pepper. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

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