Lemon Butter Asparagus
(from Ndiyo8’s recipe box)
Prep time: 12 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound of asparagus
- Salt
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
Directions
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In a skillet, boil ½ inches of water.
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Snap off the ends of the asparagus.
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Season water with salt and add asparagus.
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Cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green or tender.
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Drain asparagus and add butter to the skillet.
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Stir in zest and juice.
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Return the drained asparagus to the skillet, toss, and allow to sit for 3 – 5 minutes.
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Serve sprinkled with extra lemon zest.