asparagus with lemon parmesan butter

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beulah, MI
Updated on Jun 1, 2022

Delicious

prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound jumbo asparagus bottoms trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup cold butter cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest

How To Make asparagus with lemon parmesan butter

  • Step 1
    Place water in a 12 inch saute pan and add salt. Bring to a boil. Lay the asparagus in the pan in a single layer. Cook 7 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile make the butter. Add the lemon juice to a saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Whisk in the butter one piece at a time. Do not let it get to hot or the butter will break.
  • Step 3
    Slowly whisk in the cheese and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper. With tongs remove the asparagus to a plate and top with the sauce.

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Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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