JULIA CHILD'S ASPARAGUS SIMMERED IN ONIONS, GARLIC, AND LEMON

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This recipe is based on one found in "From Julia Child's Kitchen". It may be served either hot or cold.

Provided by Marissa Lynn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 fat fresh asparagus spears
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1/3 cup good quality olive oil
2 -4 large garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon herbs, mixture such as italian or 1/2 teaspoon herbes de provence
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon peppercorn
1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup dry white french vermouth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh minced parsley

Steps:

  • Before peeling asparagus, start on the marinade. In a heavy saucepan, cook onions slowly in the olive oil with garlic, zest, herbs, and bay leaf. When tender (about 10 minutes), add peppercorns, wine, lemon juice, water, and salt. Cover and simmer slowly for about 20 minutes.
  • Peel asparagus. Lay in a flameproof casserole dish and pour marinade over so asparagus is just covered with liquid (more water may be added if needed). Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer slowly for 20 minutes, or until asparagus is tender. Take out asparagus and arrange on serving platter. Boil down the cooking liquid until lightly syrupy and spoon over the asparagus. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.9, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 310.8, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 2.8

Willow Grace
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


traze shallow
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I've never been a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.


Insaf Cool
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The asparagus is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is divine.


Blessed Godswill
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious.


Amir As
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. The sauce is also very versatile and can be used on other vegetables.


Tia Kamal
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The asparagus is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is divine.


Gerri Kuykendall
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I tried this recipe and it was actually really good. The sauce was especially delicious.


Vikash king
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This recipe was easy to follow and the asparagus turned out great! The sauce was also very tasty.


Mohammad Baghdad
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Loved this recipe! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.


Meechie Thang
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This was a great recipe! The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahwish Sultan
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This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a delicious meal.


Ramtin Amjadi
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Pasang Lama
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This is my new favorite way to cook asparagus. The onions and garlic add a wonderful depth of flavor, and the lemon brightens up the dish. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a perfect meal.


S R I Z A N • S H R E S T H A
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I've been looking for a simple yet elegant asparagus recipe, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The asparagus was cooked to perfection and the lemon-herb butter was a delicious complement.


Neha Thakuri
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This recipe was a delight! The asparagus turned out perfectly tender and flavorful, and the combination of onions, garlic, and lemon was divine. I will definitely be making this again.