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This another one my favorite way to prepare and serve fresh Spring asparagus. The truffle oil provides a new meaning to asparagus as there is something about the smell that makes you want to throw aside your fork and eat them with your fingers!
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Asparagus with Sherry Vinaigrette Recipe
Recipe Type:
Asparagus,
Truffle Oil,
Vegetables
Yield:
4 to 6 servings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons white
truffle oil
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin
olive oil
1 tablespoon champagne wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon fresh-squeezed
lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon coarse
salt or sea salt (fleur de sel)
Few grindings of black pepper
2 pounds
asparagus stalks, washed and trimmed
Preparation:
In a small bowl, whisk together while truffle oil, olive oil, champagne wine vinegar, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper; set aside or refrigerate until ready to use.
NOTE: If refrigerating, bring to room temperature before using.
Blanch the asparagus in lightly salted boiling water for about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; do not overcook. Remove from heat and refresh under cold water; drain well.
Toss asparagus with enough truffle vinaigrette to lightly coat. Arrange asparagus on serving platter or individual serving plates.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.
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