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Asparagus in a Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette
Servings: 10
 

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 pound green asparagus, trimmed
  • 1/2 pound white asparagus, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup fig balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 1/4 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • walnuts, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/4 pound blue cheese, crumbled (for garnish)


Preparation:

To cook asparagus; steam in white wine for 5 minutes. Remove from pot and immediately plunge into ice water and drain. Place asparagus in a glass baking dish; set aside.

To prepare vinaigrette, whisk together vinegar, tarragon and dry mustard. Slowly add oils to emulsify.

Pour vinaigrette over asparagus and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Prior to serving, garnish with chopped walnuts and blue cheese.


 
Source: 25th Anniversary Friends & Family Cookbook
   
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
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