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                     Asparagus with Garlic and Basil

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Asparagus*                       Italian*

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3      pounds        Asparagus,trimmed -- cleaned
  30      milliliters   Garlic -- peeled and split
   2      teaspoons     Dried basil -- or 2 sprigs
                        Fresh
                        Boiling water
                        -----FOR THE TOPPING-----
     1/3  cup           Margarine
   1      tablespoon    Chopped garlic
     1/4  cup           Fresh basil -- chopped
                        Coarsely

Arrange asparagus in a layer in large,deep skillet along with the garlic and basil
.(This may have to be done in two batches.)Pour boiling water over to about 1" deep
.Cover and bring to a boil.Cook for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
While the asparagus is cooking,prepare the topping by melting the margarine in small pan.
Add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes.Stir in basil.
Drain asparagus,discarding split garlic (and basil sprigs,if used.),and arrange in serving dish.
Spoon basil topping over.

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