American Beauty Roasted Asparagus with Sauce Recipe

Roasting pumps up the mild flavor of asparagus and the easy orange sauce gives even more depth. This delicious side dish goes together fast.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pound medium asparagus, peeled
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and white pepper to taste
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• Orange Sauce:
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon rose water
• Zest of 1 orange

Preparation:

For asparagus:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. 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 boil add lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and rose water. Pour juice over asparagus. Sprinkle with zest.

Yield: 4 servings

Recipe Source: Jean Brady, Cooking Instructor and Caterer, Los Angeles, California
Reprinted with permission.