Marinated Asparagus - One of the best

This is one our favorites - you can serve it on a bed of lettuce or have it by itself or even just for a snack.

4 lbs Asparagus
1 cup vegetable oi
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 t dry mustard
2 t salt
1/2 t pepper
2 t sugar
1/2 t paprika


Cook the asparagus in a steamer if you have one or find a way to steam it..that is the best way. I've seen people boil it, but it takes all the flavor out. Depending on the thickness of your asparagus, cooking time will vary. But you want it al dente - with a crunch to it.  This was very thin and the steaming  time was just 4 minutes. When its done, immediately cool it a water bath. You want the cooking to stop.

Combine oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, sugar and paprika in a 2 cup measuring cup. Mix well.  When the asparagus is cool, drain it and  put it in a container with the snap on lid. Pour the marinade over it.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.

You will love this, promise!