Asparagus vinaigrette

  • 2 lbs asparagus
  • 2 to 3 tbsp dill pickle pieces
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • ½ cup vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • pinch dry mustard or paprika
  • 2 to 3 tbsp chives

Steam asparagus until the color changes and just tender. Chop pickle pieces finely. Combine with remaining ingredients. Chill. Serve sauce over chilled asparagus. Makes 6-8 serves.