Ingredients
2
lb small red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2
teaspoon salt
1
lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3
cup butter or margarine
1
large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1/4
cup balsamic vinegar
1/4
cup packed brown sugar
1/4
teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper, if desired
Preparation
In 3-quart saucepan, heat 1 inch water to boiling. Add potatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook about 12 minutes or until tender; drain and return to saucepan.
Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 inch water to boiling. Add asparagus. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and add to potatoes.
While vegetables are cooking, in 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onion in butter about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Stir in vinegar, brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Pour onion mixture over potatoes and asparagus; stir until coated. Sprinkle with pepper.
