Balsamic asparagus with Original Blue

Ingredients

1 lb. asparagus, woody ends removed
2 tsp. olive oil
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 tsp. black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup (2 oz.) Original Blue cheese crumbles
2 tbsp. butter, cut in small pieces

Directions

Grill or steam asparagus until tender-crisp.

Sauté shallot and peppercorns in olive oil until shallot is soft. Add bay leaf and balsamic vinegar and cook until sauce is reduced by half; strain sauce. Whisk in blue cheese and butter until melted. Serve warm drizzled over asparagus.

Serves 4
Prep and cook time: 15 minutes total