Asparagus with Orange-Cream Sauce and Cashews Recipe
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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!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (4)

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: 356 | Total Fat: 32.1g | Cholesterol: 97mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2007 by Lisa   view full review
This was very good.I added some lemon juice and squeezed half another orange into it gave it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2010 by beehappy512   view full review
Makes you want more. Enjoyed every bite.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2010 by Janet Shum   view full review
Our family loved this recipe it was delicious!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2011 by Blondeprincess Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I was pleasantly surprised by the orange cream sauce! I will be making this again! Only a...

 

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