Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced shallot (saute first)
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly
- fresh lemon juice to taste
Preparation
In a large shallow baking dish toss the asparagus with the oil, coating it well, and bake it in a preheated 500°F. oven, shaking the dish every 2 minutes, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until it is almost al dente. Sprinkle the asparagus with the shallot and the sesame seeds, bake it for 1 minute, or until it is al dente, and sprinkle it with the lemon juice and salt to taste.
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