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Asparagus with Lemon Sauce

3 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted

Place asparagus and water chestnuts in a shallow microwave-safe dish;
add 1/2 in. of water. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or
until asparagus is crisp-tender; drain and keep warm. In a small
microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese, water, milk and lemon
peel. Cover and microwave on high for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until

Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 7, 2008

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Asparagus with Lemon Sauce cont.

heated through, stirring occasionally. Pour over asparagus mixture;
sprinkle with almonds.

Yield: 4 servings.