Asparagus with Lemon Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
1 can (8 oz) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp grated lemon peel
1 tbsp sliced almonds, toasted

Directions:

Place asparagus and water chestnuts in a shallow microwave-safe dish; add 1/2 in. of water. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender; drain and keep warm.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese, water, milk and lemon peel. Cover and microwave on high for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Pour over asparagus mixture; sprinkle with almonds. Yield: 4 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	89.38 Kcal (374 kJ)
Calories from fat	55.22 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.14g	9%
Cholesterol	16.1mg	5%
Sodium	52.94mg	2%
Potassium	258.73mg	6%
Total Carbs	6.31g	2%
Sugars	3.09g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.48g	10%
Protein	3.66g	7%
Vitamin C	6.4mg	11%
Iron	2.1mg	12%
Calcium	54.1mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	63.99 Kcal (268 kJ)
Calories from fat	39.54 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.39g	9%
Cholesterol	11.53mg	5%
Sodium	37.9mg	2%
Potassium	185.24mg	6%
Total Carbs	4.51g	2%
Sugars	2.21g	12%
Dietary Fiber	1.77g	10%
Protein	2.62g	7%
Vitamin C	4.6mg	11%
Iron	1.5mg	12%
Calcium	38.7mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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