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Asparagus with Lemon Chervil Dressing

Juice of 2 lemons
2 Tablespoons chopped chervil
1 Tablespoon fresh Italian parsley
1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup olive oil
2 pounds tender young asparagus
Fresh ground pepper to taste

Mix together the lemon juice, chervil, and egg yolk in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Cover and chill. Let stand for 3-5 minutes.

Trim the asparagus of any fibrous ends and steam it in a vegetable-steamer over simmering water until it is crisp-tender and turns a bright emerald green, no more than 5 minutes. Remove to a colander and place under cold running water until it is cool. Drain the asparagus and chill it until serving time.

Arrange asparagus spears on a salad plate and drizzle a small amount of dressing over them.

 
 

 

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