Baked Asparagus With Toasted Walnuts Recipe

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   To cook asparagus:Preheat oven to 300.

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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.)

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   Place in a greased or possibly 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 min, or possibly till tender but still crisp.

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   (Asparagus may be baked 1 day ahead and reheated in microwave.)

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    To make topping:In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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    (Topping may be refrigerated overnight.

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    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.

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