Parmesan Asparagus Spears

By june

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2.5 lbs asparagus spears
• 2 tbsp grated or shaved parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt

Preparation

Step 1

Stir together vinegar, oil and mustard in a large bowl. Set aside while cooking asparagus.
Heat 2 inches of water and half the salt to boiling in a large, deep skillet.
Slice off the lower stems of the asparagus spears. Rinse and place half the spears in the boiling water.
Cover and cook 5 - 6 minutes or just until tender crisp. Transfer asparagus to the bowl with the vinegar mixture.
Duplicate process with remaining asparagus. Toss gently until spears are evenly coated.
Place asparagus on serving plate. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.