Steamed Asparagus With Almond Butter |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From Bon Appetit. A little fancier way to serve asparagus than just the traditional steamed or roasted method. Asparagus is steamed and topped with a lemon almond butter that is seasoned with shallots, garlic and parsley. Delish! Note that cooking time includes time required to steam the asparagus. Ingredients:
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature |
3 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped |
1 large garlic clove, minced |
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped (fresh) |
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated |
2 lbs asparagus, fresh, trimmed |
1/2 cup sliced almonds |
Directions:
1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy small skillet over low heat. Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Pour into medium bowl. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, parsley, lemon juice and lemon peel to shallot mixture and whisk to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
2. Steam asparagus until crisp-tender. Set aside.
3. Place butter mixture in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and cook until butter browns, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus and stir until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper; divide among plates and serve.
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