1 lb Fresh Asparagus
2 tbsp Butter, (yea! right!) =OR=-
2 tbsp Margarine
1/2 lb Mushrooms, sliced (2 cups)
2 tbsp Shallots
1/2 tsp Salt
1 Freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp Fresh coriander, chopped
Directions
Trim off tough part of asparagus stalk, about 2 to 3 inches from
bottom. Use a vegetable peeler to scrap asgaragus to about 1 inch
from top. Cut asparagus on diagonal into 1 inch pieces. Melt butter
in a non stick frying pan. Add mushrooms and cook over high heat,
tossing and shaking, until mushrooms are lightly browned. Add
asparagus. Cook, stirring and tossing for about 1 minute. Add
shallots, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with coriander. Cook for 30
seconds. Food Exchange per serving: 1 VEGETABLE EXCHANGE + 1 FAT
EXCHANGE
Servings: 6 servings
Asparagus With Mushrooms And Fresh Coriander Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Diabetic; Vegetables; Side Dishes
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We hope you enjoy this Asparagus With Mushrooms And Fresh Coriander recipe.
