Ingredients

• 8 (1/2-inch-thick) slices diagonally cut French bread baguette

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 1/2 cups (1-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound)

• 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp

• 1 cup Chardonnay or other dry white wine (chicken stock)

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400°. Place bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 6 minutes or until toasted. While bread toasts, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus, garlic, salt, and peppers; cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add shrimp, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in wine and juice; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; serve with bread slices