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Ingredients (4-6 Portions):
1 Pound Asparagus
1 Pints Cherry Tomatoes (each cut in half)
2 Tbsp Shallots (minced)
½ cup Olive oil
¼ cup Balsamic Vinegar
¼ cup Basil Chiffonade
¼ cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
to taste Salt and Fresh Ground Black Pepper
Method:
Blanch asparagus in a Paderno Asparagus Cooker containing boiling salted water for 2 to 4 minutes or until tender crisp.
Shock the asparagus in ice water to stop the cooking process.
Preheat BBQ to high heat, brush the asparagus with olive oil and grill until they are slightly charred (about 2-3 minutes).
Remove from grill and set aside.
Place mustard, vinegar, basil, shallots, and garlic in a Paderno Mixing Bowl and slowly add the remaining olive oil in a steady stream while whisking constantly.
Season with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
Cut the asparagus in half and toss with the tomatoes and just enough vinaigrette to coat them (excess vinaigrette can be covered and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Place in serving dish a top with parmesan cheese and serve.
Enjoy!

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