Thursday, April 14, 2011

Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan

Ingredients :

2 slices Bread, torn into 1-inch Pieces
olive oil Spray
2 tsps. extra-virgin Olive Oil
2 medium cloves Garlic, minced, or 1 tsp. bottled minced Garlic
1 1/2 tsps. dried Oregano, crumbled
2 tbsps. Parmesan Cheese, shredded, not grated
1 lb. Asparagus Spears, trimmed
1/8 tsp. Salt


Directions :

1. Put bread in a food processor or blender and pulse until texture of commercial bread crumbs.
2. Spray a large nonstick skillet with olive oil spray.
3. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and swirl to coat bottom.
4. Add garlic and cook for 10 seconds, stirring constantly.
5. Add bread crumbs and oregano.
6. Cook for 5 minutes, or until crumbs are golden-brown, stirring frequently.
7. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
8. Set aside.
9. To serve, arrange asparagus on a serving platter.
10. Sprinkle with salt and top with crumb mixture.

Makes 4 servings.

Per Serving :

Calories 61, 
Fat 2 g, 
Cholesterol 2 mg, 
Sodium 120 mg,
Carbohydrates 8 g.

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