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Asparagus with Orange-Cream Sauce and Cashews
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allison125
"This is a delicious and unexpected take on asparagus, handed down to me by my Aunt, Anne. Creamy and flavorful, it's sure to be a hit at your next dinner!"
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Ingredients
25 m servings 356Original recipe yields 8 servings
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Directions
{{model.addEditText}} Print- Place asparagus in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water. Cover and cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 4 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in cream and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, or until lightly thickened. Season to taste with salt and white pepper. Remove from heat, and stir in orange pieces.
- Arrange asparagus on a serving platter, and season lightly with salt. Pour cream sauce over asparagus, and sprinkle with chopped cashews and orange zest. Serve immediately.
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- Plunge asparagus into ice water after steaming to retain vibrant green color. Reheat just before service.
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2/17/2007
This was very good.I added some lemon juice and squeezed half another orange into it gave it more flavor.Will definatly make again!
8/15/2011
I was pleasantly surprised by the orange cream sauce! I will be making this again! Only a minor swap of mandarin oranges as opposed to a navel orange. Served w/ Cajun Spiced Chicken (AR) and ...