Name: Roasted Asparagus and Figs in Red Wine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) red wine; 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sugar; 10 dried figs; 1 clove; 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black peppercorns, crushed; 2 lbs (1 kg) asparagus, trimmed; 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil; Salt and pepper; Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shavings

Ingredients

- 1/2 cup (125 ml) red wine
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sugar
- 10 dried figs
- 1 clove
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black peppercorns, crushed
- 2 lbs (1 kg) asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shavings

Preparation

- In a saucepan, combine the wine, sugar, figs, clove and pepper.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat or until the wine is syrupy. Remove the figs, let cool and cut into quarters. Set the wine aside.
- Place the rack in the middle position.
- Preheat the oven to 200 °C (400 °F).
- Place the asparagus and figs on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, until the asparagus are tender but still have a crunch.
- Arrange the asparagus and figs in a serving dish, drizzle the wine reduction. Sprinkle generously with Parmesan shavings.

Roasted Asparagus and Figs in Red Wine

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