Company Asparagus

Submitted By: Shanna Yoder

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus
• Vegetable cooking spray
• 3/4 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1 (2-ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained

Instructions

Snap off tough ends of asparagus; remove scales with a knife or vegetable peeler, if

desired. Cook asparagus, covered, in boiling water for six to eight minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving dish; keep warm.
Coat a large skillet with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot. Add celery, onions, and lemon juice; sauté until vegetables are tender. Stir in water chestnuts and pimiento; cook until thoroughly heated. Spoon mixture over hot asparagus.
Yield: Eight servings.