Amount
Ingredient
Preparation



1 lb To 1 1/4
pounds
asparagus

fresh



1
cup
water





2
tablespoons
lime juice

fresh



1/4
cup
pimientos

diced



1
tablespoon
pine nuts

toasted

 Rinse asparagus and snap off tough ends.  In a large skillet, bring to a boil and add asparagus.  Cover and steam asparagus until bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. 

Remove from heat, drain and arrange on a platter. Sprinkle with lime juice; garnish with pimento and pine nuts. 

Serve warm or chilled.