Boiled Asparagus Recipe

Boiled Asparagus
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Summary

Preparation Time12 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In32 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings6
CuisineEuropeanCourseSide Dish
MethodBoiledSpecialityPart of Menu
VegetarianVegetarianMain IngredientAsparagus
Interest GroupQuick

Ingredients

 
Fresh asparagus - 2-2 1/2 lb
 
Butter or margarine - 1/3 cup
 
Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
 
Pepper - a dash

Directions

GETTING READY
1) Cut off and discard the tough ends of asparagus stalks.
2) Wash the tips of asparagus well with cold water; if necessary, use a soft brush to remove grit.
3) Using a vegetable parer, scrape skin and scales from lower part of stalk only.
4) With the help of a knife, cut stalks on the diagonal, making bias slices about 1 inch long and 1/4 inch thick.

MAKING
5) In large skillet with tight-fitting cover, boil butter with 1/3 cup water.
6) Add asparagus, salt, and pepper; cover the pan and cook over high heat for 5 to 8 minutes, adding a little more water if required.
7) Asparagus should be fork-tender, and water should be evaporated.

SERVING
8) Serve the boiled asparagus as side dish.

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