Asparagus In Parsley Sauce

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 164.5
  • Total Fat: 8.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 83.5 mg
  • Sodium: 336.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 13.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.3 g
  • Protein: 9.8 g

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Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    2 tbsp margarine
    2 tbsp all purpose flour
    1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
    1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
    2 egg yolks
    1/2 cups 1% milk
    1 cup minced fresh parsley
    1/2 cup Parmesean Cheese, grated
    24 medium/large fresh asparagus spears

Directions

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and black pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thicken. Remove from heat.

In a small bowl, combine egg yolks and milk. Stir a small amount of hot broth mixture into egg mixture. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in parsley and parmesan cheese; when well blended add steamed asparagus and cook for 1-2 minutes. Then serve. Makes 6 servings.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JENNIFFRM.