Asparagus With Red And Yellow Pepper Coulis

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Cut peppers into quarters and remove stems and seeds.

2. Step 2

   Simmer peppers in water to cover until tender (about 10 minutes), keeping the red and yellow ones in separate pans.

3. Step 3

   Combine red peppers in a blender or food processor with a fourth of a cup of olive oil and enough of the cooking water to make a smooth puree. Add vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Set the sauce aside. Repeat the process with the yellow peppers.

4. Step 4

   Cut tough stems from asparagus. With a vegetable peeler, pare away any tough skin from the lower half of the stalks. Rinse in cold water.

5. Step 5

   Either cook asparagus in steamer or tie it in a bundle standing in two inches of water. Cook until spears are tender but firm. Drain and place on individual plates. Cool to room temperature before serving.

6. Step 6

   Pour a small pool of yellow and red sauce on either side of the asparagus on each plate. Garnish with tarragon leaves and serve at room temperature.