This steamed asparagus is tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter, too.
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::5 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
1 bunch asparagus spears
1 teaspoon butter
ΒΌ teaspoon salt
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.
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Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.
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Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
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Serve and enjoy!
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Recipe Tip
If you don't have a steamer pan set, you can use a steamer basket inserted into a large pot.