Asparagus With Garlic and Basil (Diabetic)

From Sally H. Hunt's "Easy Diabetic, Cooking with 4 Ingredients." This sounds good for anyone. No artificial ingredients here. Net carbs 3 g, calories 26., fiber 2 g, Fat - less than 1 g. Serving size is 1/2 cup.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs asparagus, washed, trimmed
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tbsp. fresh basil, finely chopped)
• 1  teaspoon reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1⁄3 cup water
•  cooking spray
•  pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a non-stick large skillet, or Dutch oven, heat 1/3 cup of water until it boils.
2. Add asparagus, cover and cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
3. Uncover and continue to boil about 1-2 minutes until water evaporates. Do not overcook.
4. Remove asparagus and keep warm.
5. Spray dry skillet with cooking oil and add garlic and basil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes.
6. Stir in soy sauce and season to taste with pepper.
7. Pour sauce over asparagus and serve immediately.