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Delicious easy asparagus side dish featuring buttery flavor.

Easy Asparagus: A Simple and Delicious Side Dish

This easy asparagus recipe features tender asparagus cooked in butter and water, seasoned simply with salt and pepper.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • deep skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Trim the ends of the asparagus while tied together.
  • Melt butter and water in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add asparagus.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes, adjusting for thickness.
  • Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with poaching liquid if desired.

Notes

Use a small-to-average bunch of asparagus, and adjust cooking time for desired texture.
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