Serves 6-8

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 4 garlic cloves, minces
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and cook asparagus in boiling water to cover 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender; drain.
2. Plunge asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain.  Arrange asparagus in a 13 by 9 inch baking dish.
3. Whisk together olive oil, sugar, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and red pepper flakes until well-blended; pour over asparagus.  Cover and chill 8 hours.  Drain before serving.