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Asparagus with Sesame Seeds

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Reader's Digest Great Recipes for Good Health
WW Points
Servings: 4

1-1/2 pounds asparagus, tough stems removed, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 1/2 tsp. unsalted margarine (or olive oil)
1 T. sesame seeds
1 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp. Oriental sesame or peanut oil
1/8 tsp. black pepper

In a heavy 10-inch skillet, bring an inch of unsalted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook, covered, for 3 minutes or until just tender. Drain in a colander, rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking, and drain again. Set aside.

In the same saucepan, melt the margarine over moderate heat; add the sesame seeds and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes or until the seeds are golden.

Return the asparagus to the pan; add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and pepper, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until the asparagus is heated through.

Per serving: 57 Calories; 4g Total Fat; 3g Protein; 4g Carbohydrate; 0 mg Cholesterol; 53 mg Sodium; 1 g Fiber ++++
WWP: 2