Asparagus In Warm Tarragon Vinaigrette With Pecans And Bacon

== Description ==
Source: Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2004 - Cooking Light Magazine
This side dish originally appeared in Vegetable Heaven,. For this new version, Katzen decreased the total amount of pecans for an overall reduction in fat.
== Ingredients ==
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* Cooking spray
* 1 tablespoon minced garlic
* 1 1/2 pounds asparagus cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
* 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
* 2 teaspoons sugar
* 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
* 3/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
* 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
* 2 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
== Directions ==
# Heat oil in a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
# Add garlic; sauté 1 minute.
# Add asparagus; sauté 4 minutes or until tender.
# Combine vinegar and sugar in a small bowl.
# Add vinegar mixture, tarragon, salt, and pepper to asparagus mixture; stir well.
# Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
# Sprinkle with pecans and bacon.
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 cup)
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