Herbed Asparagus W/shiitakes & Parmesan |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
2 lbs asparagus (pencil-thin) |
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms |
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick) |
1/4 cup shallot, minced |
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped |
1 tablespoon basil, chopped |
1 drop salt |
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked |
5 ounces parmesan cheese, shaved thin |
Directions:
1. Add asparagus to boiling pan of salted water.
2. Simmer until tender, about 1 minute..Drain; pat dry.
3. Meanwhile, remove and discard mushroom stems; Cut mushrooms into 1/4 inch strips.
4. Melt butter in large heavy skillet, add shallots; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown.
5. Add asparagus and mushrooms; cook 2 minutes, add herbs, salt and pepper; cook an additional minute.
6. Transfer asparagus to ovend-proof individual serving platters or gratin or to a large oven-proof platter, keeping stalks in an even row so they can be served easily; sprinkle with shiitakes.
7. Top with Parmesan; place platter under hot broiler until cheese is slightly melted, about 2 minutes.
8. Serve immediately.
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