SESAME ASPARAGUS
Adapted from On My Menu
Serves: 2 to 3

Ingredients:
♦ 1 lb asparagus, ends snapped off and stalks peeled
♦ 2 Tbsp dark sesame oil
♦ 1 Tbsp soy sauce
♦ 1 clove garlic, minced
♦ salt and pepper to taste
♦ 1/4 cup water
♦ 2 Tbsp sesame seeds

Directions:
Mix sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, water, salt and pepper. Place asparagus in a skillet and pour sauce over the asparagus. Heat to boiling. then cover. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes or until asparagus is tender; toss with sesame seeds.

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