Addictive Asparagus - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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4 ounces pancetta, 1/4 inch dice
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb asparagus, sliced into 2 inch pieces on bias, woody ends snapped off
1 1/4 cups leeks, thinly sliced crosswise (white and pale green parts only)
2 garlic cloves, minced
fresh lemon zest, of one whole lemon
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
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In a large non-stick pan, saute pancetta, stirring frequently over medium heat, until crisp and lightly golden.
Add butter, then asparagus and leeks and saute until asparagus is tender crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
Add garlic, citrus zests, toasted pine nuts and parsley and saute for another minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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