Try this recipe with toasted pine nuts for a distinctive flavor.
4 pounds thin asparagus spears, ends trimmed
4 tablespoons butter
Zest of 1 lemon
Steam the asparagus until it just becomes tender.
While asparagus is cooking, cut the butter into chunks and place in a small pan with the lemon zest. Heat over a low flame until the butter has melted.
Serve the asparagus with the lemon zest butter poured over the top.
Makes 10 servings.
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 86
Calories from fat: 46
Total fat: 5 gm
Saturated fat: 3 gm
Cholesterol: 12 mg
Sodium: 21 mg
Carbohydrate: 8 gm
Protein: 5 gm