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                     Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Asparagus*

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1/2  pound         Asparagus -- trimmed (broccoli
                        snow peas may be -- substituted)
   2      teaspoons     Vegetable oil
   1      teaspoon      Crushed garlic
     1/4  cup           Diced sweet pepper
   1                    Green onion -- sliced
   2      teaspoons     White wine
   4      teaspoons     Lemon juice
   2      tablespoons   Chicken stock
                        Pepper to taste

Steam or boil the asparagus just until tender-crisp. Do not overcook. Drain and set aside.

 In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil; saute garlic and red pepper until softened.

 Reduce heat and add green onion, wine, lemon juice, chicken stock, pepper to taste and asparagus. 
 Cook for one minute. Place asparagus mixture in a serving dish.

 Each serving contains: 46 calories, 2 grams fat, 29 milligrams sodium and no cholesterol.

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