Absurdly Addictive Asparagus
★★★★★
SERVES
4
Ingredients
4 ounces
pancetta, cut into 3/8 inch to 1/4 inch dice
1 tablespoon
butter
1 pound
asparagus, woody ends trimmed and sliced into 2 inch pieces on the bias
1 1/4 cups
leek, thinly sliced crosswise (white and pale green parts only)
2
cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon
orange zest
2 tablespoons
toasted pine nuts
1 tablespoon
Italian parsley, chopped (more to taste)
Instructions
- In a large non-stick pan, sauté pancetta, stirring frequently, over medium heat, until crisp and lightly golden.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to pan. Add asparagus pieces and leek and sauté until asparagus is tender crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic, lemon and orange zest, toasted pine nuts and parsley and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Season to taste with freshly ground pepper and salt and serve immediately.
