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Asparagus with Lemon Butter

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan or deep skillet; add salt and asparagus. Blanch until stalks are crisp-tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander.

    Step 2

    Return asparagus to pan; toss with butter and lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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