Asparagus with Basil Parmesan Butter |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Minutes |
Ready In: 11 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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All of the work in this recipe can be done in advance. Keep the butter at room temperature and refrigerate the asparagus until ready to cook. Ingredients:
1 lb asparagus, trimmed |
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature |
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (2+1/2oz.) |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil |
1 clove garlic, chopped |
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice |
Directions:
1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the asparagus until just crisp tender, about 3 minutes.
2. Arrange on a broilerproof platter.
3. Preheat broiler.
4. Beat butter in a medium bowl until fluffy.
5. Beat in cheese, basil, garlic and lemon juice.
6. Season.
7. Drop butter mixture by teaspoonfuls over asparagus.
8. Broil until topping browns, about 3 minutes.
9. Be careful not to burn.
10. Serve hot.
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