Served as side dish. Vegetarian dish. Speciality: Diabetic, Kosher, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Low Sat. Fat, Low Calorie, Reduced Carbs, Low Protein diet.

1 1/2 lbs Asparagus, washed, trimmed

2 Garlic Cloves, minced

1 teaspoon dried Basil (or 1 Tablespoon fresh Basil, finely chopped)

1 teaspoon reduced sodium Soy Sauce

1/3 cup Water

Cooking Spray

Pepper, to taste

In a non-stick large skillet, or Dutch oven, heat 1/3 cup of water until it boils. Add asparagus, cover and cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Uncover and continue to boil about 1-2 minutes until water evaporates. Do not overcook. Remove asparagus and keep warm. Spray dry skillet with cooking oil and add garlic and basil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes. Stir in soy sauce and season to taste with pepper. Pour sauce over asparagus and serve immediately.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 6-8

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