Baked Asparagus With Toasted Walnuts

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   To cook asparagus: Preheat oven to 300u00b0F.

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   Break off woody stems of asparagus.

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   If stalks are thick, peel with a vegetable peeler, pulling from stem end toward tip.

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   (Pencil-thin spears do no need peeling.) Place in a greased or sprayed 9x13 inch glass baking dish.

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   Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

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   Dot with margarine.

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   Cover with foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender but still crisp.

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   (Asparagus may be baked 1 day ahead and reheated in microwave.) To make topping: In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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   (Topping may be refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before using.)

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    Before serving: Spoon topping over asparagus and sprinkle with walnuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.