Tag: asparagus

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Herbed Ricotta, Asparagus, and Phyllo Tart

If working with phyllo dough fills you with fear, don’t worry—this recipe is beginner-friendly. There’s no crimping or folding the dough; you just lay flat sheets of dough on top of each other for a rustic, unfinished edge. Do make sure to thaw the phyllo according to package directions—preferably overnight in the fridge. Properly thawed […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Salmon Packets with Asparagus

Remove the foil and arrange fillets over asparagus for a lovely presentation. No grill? Bake the packets at 425° for 15 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Ingredients Cooking spray 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets (about 1-in. thick) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper […]

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Shiitake and Asparagus Sauté with Poached Eggs

Date-night dinner need not center around meat. Here, earthy, meaty shiitake mushrooms balance lemony asparagus and a rich, perfectly poached egg. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 2 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps (about 6 oz.) 5 ounces trimmed fresh asparagus 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Asparagus

Beef tenderloin steaks are often considered a special-occasion cut, but when they go on sale (or you’re ready for a splurge), this classic preparation is foolproof. Use a timer rather than turning, prodding, or overcooking the steaks, and set the timer again while they rest so you don’t slice too soon. You could also use […]

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Arugula, Egg, and Charred Asparagus Salad

Just a hint of char on the asparagus adds fantastic complexity to this simple 5-ingredient spring salad. Look for medium stalks rather than pencil-thin ones—those would char and dry out too quickly. A soft-boiled egg adds protein and richness; let the slightly runny yolks mingle with the rest of the salad before enjoying. Whole-milk Greek […]

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Shiitake and Asparagus Sauté with Poached Eggs

Date-night dinner need not center around meat. Here, earthy, meaty shiitake mushrooms balance lemony asparagus and a rich, perfectly poached egg. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 2 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps (about 6 oz.) 5 ounces trimmed fresh asparagus 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Asparagus-Parmesan Pita Rounds

Most any cheese will work in this recipe. Blue cheese and mozzarella are especially good options. Ingredients 2 cups (2-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound) 2 teaspoons extravirgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (6-inch) pitas 3 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/2 pound) 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) […]