Asparagus Olympian

Directions

1. 1
   Wash asparagus and snap off dry ends.
2. 2
   Place asparagus in frying pan and saute in salted water until just tender.
3. 3
   Reserve cooking liquid and set asparagus aside in covered serving dish to keep warm.
4. 4
   In same frying pan, saute garlic in oil until tender but not brown.
5. 5
   Add 1/3 C liquid from cooked asparagus, well-beaten egg and lemon juice.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
8. 8
   Add pepper and salt if needed and, if wanted, a pinch of oregano.
9. 9
   Pour over hot asparagus and serve.