Tangie Glazed Asparagus

Asparagus used to be a a veggie I wouldn’t touch with a Ten foot pole. After some experiments in culinary school, I learned to love it! This tangerine glazed asparagus is sweet and delicious. Try this at the dinner table, I promise you won’t regret it.

Ingredients:

• 10-12 Spears Fresh Asparagus -Trimmed

• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter

• 2 tbsp Fresh Garlic-minced

• Kosher Salt

• Black Pepper

Glaze:

• 1 cup Fresh Tangerine Juice(sub Fresh orange juice if tangerines not available)

• 1/2-3/4 cup Granulated Sugar

• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter

Directions:

1. Grab a large pot and boil some water. Place ice in a bowl and Add water to create an ice bath

2. Place asparagus in water for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until bright green

3. Remove asparagus and place in ice bath until cool

4. In a sauce pot, add tangerine juice, sugar and butter. Cool over med heat until thickened

5. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add butter

6. Add garlic to the butter and cook for 15 seconds, then add asparagus

7. Saute and season with salt and pepper , pour over glaze and cook for 2-3 minute.

8. Remove from pan and enjoy!

Tip: Reserve some glaze for the protein or meat substitute you plan on serving to bring the dishes together!