sauteed asparagus

Chicago, IL
Updated on May 26, 2011

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.

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

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 clove fresh chopped garlic
  • - salt and pepper to taste
  • - water for blanching

How To Make sauteed asparagus

  • Step 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.
  • Step 2
    Bring water to a boil, blanch the asparagus. About 5 minutes for thick stems, 2 for thin stems. Drain.
  • Step 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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