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Name Toasted Sesame Balsamic Asparagus Number of People 4 List of Ingredients 2 tsp. sesame oil 1 lb. fresh asparagus 2 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. sugar 2 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper Description Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.  Spread sesame oil in foil-lined baking pan.  Wash asparagus and break off stalks as far down as they snap easily, 1 to 2 inches from ends.  Roll asparagus in sesame oil.  Sprinkle with sesame seed.  Arrange asparagus in single layer. Roast in oven for 10 minutes or until tender-crisp. Mix vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and red pepper in small bowl.  Remove asparagus from oven; place on serving platter.  Drizzle with soy sauce mixture. Time 5 minutes prep + 10 minutes cook Difficulty (1-5) 1 Notes To toast sesame seeds: Put in small skillet on medium heat for 2 minutes or until fragrant and golden brown.  Immediately pour out of pan to avoid over-toasting. Per serving:  59 calories, 3 g fat, 6 g carbohydrates, 0 mg cholesterol, 103 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein Image