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Asparagus with Garlic and Basil

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Category: Vegetables

 Ingredients List

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  • PHILLY INQUIRER-----
  • ADENA POTOK-----
  • 3 lb Asparagus; trimmed --
  • Cleaned
  • 30 ml Garlic -- peeled and split
  • 2 ts Dried basil -- or 2 sprigs
  • Boiling water
  • FOR THE TOPPING-----
  • 1/3 c Margarine
  • 1 tb Garlic -- chopped
  • 1/4 c Fresh basil -- chopped

 Directions

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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