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sauteed asparagus

(3 ratings)
Recipe by
Caitlin Bussard
Chicago, IL

My mother-in-law loves this recipe - and its so easy! Tastes great and for some reason makes people think its really fancy and difficult. Pairs well with red meat.

(3 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For sauteed asparagus

  • 1 lb
    asparagus, fresh
  • 1 Tbsp
    salted butter
  • 1 clove
    fresh chopped garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • water for blanching

How To Make sauteed asparagus

  • 1
    Snap the tough ends from the asparagus by hand (don't use a knife, you won't get all the tough parts). This recipe can be made with spears or can be chopped.
  • 2
    Bring water to a boil, blanch the asparagus. About 5 minutes for thick stems, 2 for thin stems. Drain.
  • 3
    Melt the butter in a pan. Saute the garlic until golden brown. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper and saute for a minute. Serve immediately.
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