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Asparagus with Blue Cheese Sauce

Submitted by: Leona Luecking 
MY SISTER introduced me to this recipe several years ago because she knows I love blue cheese. This dish is a simple way to dress up asparagus, giving it a tangy taste altogether different from the usual cheese sauce. I make it every spring when we have fresh homegrown asparagus. --Leona Luecking West Burlington, Iowa 

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Flavorful Oniony Asparagus

Submitted by: Kathy Mitchell 
As a working mom with four children, I don't have much time to cook big meals during the week. But on Sundays, when I make a special meal, this is our favorite way to enjoy asparagus. --Kathy Mitchell, Tinley Park, Illinois 

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Asparagus Polonaise

Submitted by: Miriam Hershberger 
My mother keeps us supplied with fresh asparagus from the huge patch she grows, and I am always looking for new ways to prepare it. I found this recipe in our local newspaper, and it has been a family favorite ever since. 

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Asparagus with Pimientos

Submitted by: Adeline Piscitelli 
This lovely, simple-to-prepare spring dish highlights the asparagus rather than hiding it. The delicate topping of Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs complements the asparagus flavor and looks impressive. -Adeline Piscitelli, Sayreville, New Jersey 

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Stir-Fried Asparagus

Submitted by: Marie Hattrup 
'Here's one of my very favorite recipes for that first early-spring asparagus,' writes Marie Hattrup from The Dalles, Oregon. 'Stir-frying keeps the texture crisp but tender; lemon and soy sauce make for a light tasty coating, and the toasted almonds add a flavorful crunch.' 

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Asparagus in Vinaigrette

Submitted by: Sonja Blow 
'This chilled asparagus side dish is light and tangy. It's quick to fix, too,' notes field editor Sonja Blow of Reeds Spring, Missouri. 

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Seasoned Asparagus

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
Our Test Kitchen used lemon juice and a pinch of mint to give a light fresh taste to tender asparagus. The pretty spears cook quickly in the microwave. 

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Asparagus with Sesame Butter

Submitted by: Eunice Stoen 
The first fresh asparagus is a delightful springtime treat. This light butter sauce lets the asparagus flavor come through, and the sprinkling of sesame seeds adds a delicate crunch. This is a simple yet delicious dish. --Eunice Stoen, Decorah, Iowa 

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Chilled Marinated Asparagus

Submitted by: Nicole LeCroy 
'My mother had surgery a few years back in spring, so my two sisters and I were challenged to prepare dishes like this that would keep well and still taste great as leftovers,' recalls Nicole LeCroy of Nashville, Tennessee. 'Mom got her appetite back when she tried this cool and crunch asparagus that gets a flavor boost from soy sauce. It's a nice accompaniment to chicken, roast beef or ham.' 

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Asparagus 'n' Vinaigrette

Submitted by: Mickey Kelly 
'Living in the Midwest, we anticipate spring treats like fresh asparagus all winter long,' affirms Mickey Kelly, Burnsville, Minnesota. 'Our three small children can't help but snitch a taste when this dish is chilling in the fridge. I use the vinaigrette dressing on salads, sliced tomatoes and other steamed vegetables as well.' 
 
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