*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                    Asparagus with Orange Ginger Sauce

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

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      pound         Asparagus spears -- fresh
     1/2  cup           Orange juice -- california
   1      teaspoon      Orange zest
   1 1/2  teaspoons     Cornstarch
   1                    Ginger root -- grated
   2      tablespoons   Almonds, toasted -- sliced

 Steeam asparagus until just tender about 5 minutes.
In a small saucepan, stir together juice,zest and cornstarch. 
Cook over medium-high heat until boiling,
 Let thicken and reduce while stirring with a whisk about 3 minutes.
 Remove from heat and add grated ginger. 
Pour over asparagus and top with toasted almonds.

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