Asparagus With Blue Cheese And Walnut Relish Recipe

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   * Such as Roquefort or possibly Danish Blue** including 2 inches of green stems

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   Place blue cheese, walnuts, onions, parsley and lemon zest in a bowl and mix well.

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   (Blue cheese relish can be made 1 day ahead.

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   Cover and chill.

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   Bring to room temperature 30 min before serving.)

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   To prepare asparagus, cut off and throw away tough, woody ends of stalks.

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   Bring sufficient water to cover asparagus to boil in a large deep saucepan or possibly skillet.

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   Lightly salt water and add in the asparagus.

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   Simmer till just tender, 3-5 min.

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    Remove asparagus and drain well.

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    Taste and season with more salt if needed.

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    To serve, arrange asparagus on heated platter or possibly in a shallow serving bowl.

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    Top with blue cheese relish.

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    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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