Asparagus and Mushrooms in a Garlic Balsamic Reduction

I love the time of year when asparagus is in season. Add some sauteed mushrooms, balsamic, little bacon and parmesan cheese and you have a great vegetable side dish to go with about any meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Course: Side Dish, Vegetable

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Asparagus

Servings: people

Calories: 153kcal

Author: Eating With Deb

Equipment

Large stainless steel saute pan

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus trimmed
4 cups mushrooms sliced
2 tsp garlic fresh, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
Black pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp bacon bits
2 tbsp parmesan cheese shredded

Instructions

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large, stainless steel sauté pan. Add the mushrooms and saute until brown, about 3 minutes.
Add the garlic and give it a stir, then add the balsamic vinegar and a pinch of black pepper. Simmer the vinegar until reduced in half, about 5 minutes.
Add the asparagus, cover with a lid and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Put it on a plate and top with the bacon bits and parmesan cheese. You can also add some fresh chopped parsley or chives.
Enjoy!

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