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Default trimming asparagus

In article > ,
Dave Smith > wrote:

> James Silverton wrote:
>
> > It's a case of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". I simply follow the
> > recipe where it was first suggested. Perhaps, I'll try omitting the
> > blanching next time, at least if I am using thin asparagus.

>
> When I stir fry asparagus I cut it into pieces about 1-1/2 - 2 inch. I
> heat up some oil in the pan with chopped garlic and a pinch of chili
> flakes. Toss teh asparagus in when the garlic is approaching golden
> brown. Stir in some cooked pasta and top it with some freshly grated
> parmesan.


Oh gods that sounds good! Add some fresh shrimp to that please!
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