Asparagus with Sesame Oil

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly spray the foil with cooking spray.

   Step 2

   Place the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Lightly spray the asparagus with cooking spray.

   Step 3

   Broil about 4 inches from the heat for 4 minutes, or just until the asparagus is tender-crisp and a few brown spots appear. Remove from the broiler.

   Step 4

   Using a pastry brush, brush the sesame oil over the asparagus. Sprinkle with the salt.

2. Cook’s Tip on Asparagus

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   To trim asparagus, hold the cut end of a spear. Bend the spear gently until you feel where the tough part begins, often about 1 inch from the bottom. Snap the spear at that point, discarding the woody end. A rule of thumb is that the thinner the asparagus, the tenderer it will be. If you peel the thicker stalks, they’ll also be tender. Be sure to pat the asparagus completely dry after you clean it so it will roast properly.

3. nutrition information

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   (Per Serving)

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   Calories: 41

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   Total Fat: 2.5g

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   Saturated: 0.5g

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   Trans: 0.0g

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   Polyunsaturated: 1.0g

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   Monounsaturated: 1.0g

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   Cholesterol: 0mg

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   Sodium: 73mg

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   Carbohydrates: 4g

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   Fiber: 2g

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   Sugars: 2g

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   Protein: 2g

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   Dietary Exchanges

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   1 Vegetable

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   1/2 Fat