Memorial Day Recipes

Asparagus with Creamy Spanish Dip

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Asparagus with Creamy Spanish Dip

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This dip is based on a classic Spanish sauce typically served with fish and poultry. Try serving with cooked shrimp!

Shared by aevans,
Chicago

Time needed

40 min preparation

Ingredients

  • 1/2 C. slivered almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 C. roasted red bell peppers (from 7 oz. jar), drained, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 C. garlic and herb spreadable cheese
  • 1/4 C. chili sauce
  • 1 to 2 Tbs. milk
  • 1 lb. fresh asparagus spears

Directions

In food processor, place almonds. Cover; process 10 to 15 seconds or until finely ground. Add roasted peppers and crushed red pepper. Cover; process about 10 seconds or until finely ground. Add cheese, chili sauce and 1 Tbs. of the milk. Cover; process about 10 seconds or until well mixed. Add remaining 1 Tbs. milk if needed for dipping consistency.


In 12-inch skillet, heat 3/4 inch water to boiling. Add asparagus. Cover and cook 2 minutes; drain. Plunge asparagus into ice water until cold; drain.

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