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Asparagus Crisp Sticks

Recipe Introduction


This was always a winner at dinner parties. Frequently when I issued invitations, especially in the spring, I would be asked If it was going to be on the menu.





List of Ingredients



• 20 fresh asparagus spears
  
• 1/2 cup water
  
• 1 egg
  
• 2 tablespoons water
  
• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
• 1 sleeve salted crackers
  
• oil for frying
  






Instructions



1. Place asparagus, 1/2 cup water in non reactive skillet.Cover and heat to boiling;lower heat, cook for 5 minutes, drain.
   
   
2. Beat egg with 2 tablespoons water, and garlic
   
   
3. Crush crackers into fine crumbs
   
   
4. Dip asparagus in egg mixture, then into crumbs
   
   
5. Set aside to dry a little
   
   
6. Redip to coat well
   
   
7. Use shallow skillet with hot oil sufficient to cover spears. Fry to golden brown.
   
   
8. Drain on paper towels, serve hot.