Asparagus with Garlic Mayonnaise

Ingredients

 * 1 to 1½ lbs. asparagus, tough ends trimmed

Garlic mayonnaise

 * 1 cup soy mayonnaise
 * ½ cup chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, tarragon or chervil
 * 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
 * 2 small garlic garlic, minced
 * ¼ tsp salt
 * ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Garlic mayonnaise

 * 1) In medium bowl, mix all ingredients.
 * 2) Cover and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
 * 3) Whisk well before serving.

Asparagus

 * 1) Steam asparagus until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
 * 2) Drain, arrange asparagus on plates and serve hot with spoonful of garlic mayonnaise.
 * 3) Alternatively, serve asparagus cold.
 * 4) After cooking, drain asparagus, rinse with cold water until cool, then drain again.
 * 5) Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.