Asparagus Chinese Style

Ingredients

• 1 12 lb fresh asparagus spears
• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 14 tsp salt
• 34 c chicken broth
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
• 1 Tbsp cold water
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce
• 14 tsp black pepper

Directions

1. Snap off the tough stems of asparagus spears
2. Cut the stalks into 12-inch slices
3. Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet add garlic salt and asparagus
4. Saute over moderate heat for 2 minutes
5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil
6. Mix cornstarch water and soy sauce
7. Add to asparagus stir and bring to a boil again
8. Stir for 1 minute add pepper and serve at once
9. Serves 4