Name: Bibb Lettuce with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Chive Aïoli
Yield: Makes 12 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons water; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 4 heads of Bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 24 cups); 1 1/4 pounds cooked bay shrimp; 3 cups halved cherry tomatoes

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Bibb Lettuce with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Chive AïoliMark Thomas

Bibb and Boston are both types of butter lettuce; you can use either in this recipe. What to drink: An Australian Sémillon, or a California Chardonnay or Chenin Blanc will stand up to the rich flavors in this meal.

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