Cashew Asparagus

Makes 4 side-dish servings

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and bias-sliced into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups quartered fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1/4 cup chopped red sweet pepper
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons water
2 tablespoons cashew halves

Place asparagus in steamer basket over, but not touching, gently boiling water. Cover; reduce heat. Steam for 2 minutes.

Add mushrooms, onion, and sweet pepper. Cover; steam for 2 to 5 minutes more or until crisp-tender.

Remove basket; discard liquid.

In the same saucepan melt margarine or butter; stir in cornstarch and pepper. Add teriyaki sauce, sherry, and the water. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.

Return vegetables to saucepan; toss gently to coat. Heat through.

Top each serving with cashews.



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