SIMPLE, NOT MUSHY, ASPARAGUS
I have tried a variety of asparagus recipes over the years--sauteed, grilled, baked--and I have always been disappointed in the results. This is a simple boiled recipe that always gives me a nicely textured and tasty asparagus.
Provided by cipherbabe
Categories Vegetable
Time 12m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse and trim asparagus.
- Lay the spears, in the same direction, in a large frying pan.
- Add an inch or two of water and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
- Reduce temperature and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove from pan and top with butter and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.4, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 80, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.8
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Loweda Loweda
l-loweda47@gmail.comI would give this recipe a 3.5 out of 5 stars. The asparagus was cooked well, but the lemon butter sauce was a bit too rich for my taste.
Michaela Lawson
m.lawson46@hotmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my asparagus turned out mushy. I followed the recipe exactly.
Anna Manhire
anna-manhire8@gmail.comThe asparagus was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the lemon butter sauce was delicious.
UNSTOPPABLE Tee
tu6@gmail.comI found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it would have been better with some additional seasoning.
Lucky Mbet
lucky@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I love that it's so simple and quick to make. The asparagus is always tender and flavorful.
Bonne Kisaka
b.kisaka@aol.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the lemon butter sauce is divine.
WRAITH S
wraith_s4@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the asparagus turned out great. I would recommend using fresh asparagus for the best flavor.
Md Rased
mdrased@yahoo.comSimple and delicious. I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and garlic butter sauce was amazing.
Marvin Talley
marvin_talley@gmail.comYum! This recipe is a winner. I liked that the asparagus wasn't mushy at all. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and a salad, and it was a perfect meal.
Nauman Lodhi
nl3@hotmail.comLoved this recipe! The asparagus turned out perfectly tender and flavorful. I followed the instructions exactly and it was a breeze to make. Will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.