Robin's Parmesan-Asparagus Spread

I adapted this recipe from one I saw on TV and my husband loved it! I like to serve this spread on oven-toasted Tuscan pane bread, first spread with a thin layer of cream or goat cheese, as a light lunch. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 52 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts
• 1 pound frozen cut asparagus

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Add the cut asparagus, and continue cooking until tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in the pistachios, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute longer.

Step 2

Place the asparagus mixture into a blender or food processor. Add the Parmesan cheese and capers. Process until pureed. Cool before serving.