This steamed asparagus is tender, tasty, and so simple! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter, too.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus spears
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.
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3
Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.
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4
Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
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5
Serve and enjoy!
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