Asparagus Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. 1. Snap off and discard tough ends of asparagus. Cook asparagus in boiling water to cover 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
2. 2. Plunge asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain. Coarsely chop asparagus.
3. 3. Process asparagus, cheese, and remaining ingredients in a food processor 30 seconds to 1 minute or until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.