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Ingredients
1 lb. Asparagus, fresh spears3 Tbs. Pine nuts
1/4 c. Olive oil
1 Tbs. Lemon juice, fresh
1 Clove garlic, crushed
1/2 Tsp. Salt
1/2 Tsp. Basil, dried whole
1/2 Tsp. Oregano, dried whole
Pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Remove scales from stalks with knife or vegetable peeler, if desired. Place spears in a steaming rack over boiling water; cover and steam 4-5 minutes or until spears are crisp-tender. Transfer to a serving platter. Sautee pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat 2-3 minutes, until browned. Set aside.Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir with a wire whisk to blend. Cook over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly. Pour over asparagus. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Let stand to room temperature before serving.
