Asparagus With Orange Sauce Recipe

Summary

Health IndexAverageCuisine
CourseMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Asparagus spears1 1/2 Pound
 Cornstarch1 1/2 Teaspoon
 Orange juice1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Orange rind2 Tablespoon, grated
 Butter/Margarine1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Pepper white1/4 Teaspoon
 Orange3

Directions

Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
Remove scales from stalks with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
Cook asparagus, covered, in small amount boiling water 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp tender.
Drain.
Arrange on serving platter; keep warm.
Combine cornstarch and orange juice in a small saucepan; add orange rind, butter, and pepper.
Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 7 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly, stirring constantly.
Pour sauce on asparagus; garnish with orange slices.
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