Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Butter Sauce

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     Ingredients:


     16-20 fresh asparagus,woody ends removed
     olive oil for brushing
     salt and pepper to taste
     1. 1/2 ounce butter
     1 tablespoon (15ml) soya sauce
     1 teaspoon (5ml) balsamic vinegar



     Directions:


     1.  Preheat oven to 160 C. Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil and season
         with salt and pepper.

     2. Bake in prehated oven for 10 minutes or until tender.

     3. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic
        vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus and serve immediately.