Asparagus with sun-dried tomatoes and basil

Cooking Meat Asparagus with sun-dried tomatoes and basil

Spring-fresh asparagus goes a long way in this sophisticated starter.

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Place 6 slices pancetta on a baking tray. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until crisp. Remove and cool slightly. Tear into pieces.
  2. Combine pancetta with 100g sun-dried tomatoes, cut into strips crossways, 1/3 cup (55g) pine nuts, toasted, 1/3 cup finely shredded fresh basil, 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil and 1/4 cup (60ml) red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook 3 bunches asparagus in boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Drain. Serve asparagus topped with tomato mixture.

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