posted by Terrytx 09-28-100 6:56 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Roasted Asparagus with Orange Sauce
Recipe By : From Los Angeles cooking teacher and caterer Jean Brady.
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetable
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound medium asparagus, tough ends peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and white pepper to taste
Orange sauce:
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon rose water
Zest of 1 orange
For asparagus: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Toss asparagus in olive oil; place in low-sided pan in single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a fork pierces stalk easily.
For sauce: Bring orange juice to boil; cook until reduced by half. During last minute of boiling add lemon juice, vinegar and rose water. Pour juice over asparagus. Sprinkle with zest.
Per serving: 85 calories, 3 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates, 4 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 3 mg sodium, 2.5 g fiber. Calories from fat: 36 percent.