Broiled Asparagus With Mustard Vinaigrette

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3 garlic, peeled and halved lengthwise
• 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon tarragon (fresh and finely chopped)
• salt and pepper
• 2 lbs asparagus spears, trimmed

Recipe

• 1 adjust oven rack to upper position and heat broiler.
• 2 combine garlic, 1t oil in small bowl and microwave, uncovered until garlic is soften and fragrant, about 1 - 1-1/2 minute. transfer softened garlic to a cutting board, reserving garlic oil. using side of sharp knife, mash garlic into fine paste.
• 3 combine vinegar, mustard, tarragon and garlic paste in medium bowl. gradually whisk in remaining 3 t oil until incorporated. season with salt and pepper to taste. (dressing and garlic oil can be refrigerated in separate airtight containers for up to 2 days.
• 4 place asparagus in single layer on rimmed backing sheet. drizzle with reserved garlic oil and season with salt and pepper to taste, tossing gently to coat.
• 5 broil until asparagus is lightly browned and tender, 8 - 10 minutes, shaking pan to redistribute spears halfway through cooking time. transfer to platter and drizzle with dressing. serve.