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Asparagus with Lemon Butter

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 1/2 pounds asparagus trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Bring 2 inches salted water to a boil in a wide (10-inch) saucepan or skillet.
  • Place asparagus in saucepan; cook until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander.
  • Return asparagus to pan; toss with butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

To trim asparagus, snap off the tough ends with your hands; the stalks will automatically break at the tender part.