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| Grilled Asparagus |
| Asparagus is a star of the spring season [and a personal favorite] as a side dish to any main course of chicken, fish, pork, or beef, or as a salad topped with a squeeze of lemon juice. Ingredients 1 1/2 lb medium asparagus [24], trimmed 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil coarse salt Special equipment: 8 [6-inch] wooden skewers, soaked in warm water 10 minutes Method Prepare grill. Divide asparagus into 4 bunches. Align each bunch in a flat row and thread 2 skewers crosswise through each bunch. Brush asparagus with oil and season with coarse salt. Grill asparagus on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until tender, 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Cooks' notes: The parallel skewers make it easier to turn the asparagus. If outdoor grilling isn't an option, asparagus may also be grilled in a well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat. |