Asparagus with Tarragon Butter |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 18 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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great flavours Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus |
1/2 cup butter |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley |
grated lemon, rind of |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
salt and black pepper |
Directions:
1. Trim woody ends from asparagus.
2. Place the asparagus in a large frying pan with about 1 inch of boiling water.
3. Cover with lid and cook for about 6-8 minutes, until the asparagus is tender but still firm.
4. Drain well.
5. Arrange the asparagus spears on a warmed serving dish.
6. Make the tarragon butter by creaming together the remaining ingredients; heat it gently and pour over asparagus.
7. Serve at once.
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