Asparagus with garlic and basil
8 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | pounds | Asparagus, trimmed |
| 30 | eaches | Garlic cloves, split |
| ⅓ | cup | Margarine |
| 1 | tablespoon | Chopped garlic |
| 2 | teaspoons | Dried basil, |
| Boiling water | ||
| ¼ | cup | Fresh basil, chopped |
| Coarsely | ||
Directions
TOPPING
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 tender crisp.
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 the basil. Drain the asparagus, discarding the split garlic & arrange in a serving dish. Spoon basil topping over.
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Submitted By MARK SATTERLY On 04-03-95