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Asparagus with Orange-Cream Sauce and Cashews

By: 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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What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • salt to taste
  • ground white pepper to taste
  • 1 large orange - peeled, sectioned, and cut into large pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped cashews
  • finely grated orange zest for garnish

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Footnotes

FOOTNOTE

  • Plunge asparagus into ice water after steaming to retain vibrant green color. Reheat just before service.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 358 | Total Fat: 32.2g | Cholesterol: 97mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2007 by Lisa 
This was very good.I added some lemon juice and squeezed half another orange into it gave it... MORE

 
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