Asparagus And Parmesan Salad

• 1 lb. green and/or white asparagus
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. fresh thyme or basil
• 1/4 tsp. Dijon style mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper
• finely shredded Parmesan cheese
• parsley
• basil
• slivered garlic (optional)

1. Place asparagus in a steamer basket.
2. Place basket in a large skillet over boiling water.
3. Reduce heat, cover and steam for 5 to 7 minutes or until asparagus is crisp tender.
4. Remove from steamer and cool slightly.
5. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a screw top jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.
6. Cover and shake until combined.
7. Arrange asparagus on a platter.
8. Drizzle with dressing.
9. Sprinkle with cheese, parsley and if desired basil/garlic.

green andor, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh thyme, dijon style mustard, clove garlic, salt, parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, garlic

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=72042 (may not work)