Saturday, December 29, 2012

Super Easy Asparagus

Peter, don't hate me because I chose to share a veggie recipe with you that does not involve meat. But it's so easy and super delicious. Treat yourself to this on those special Pooh-outfit days!


Ingredients
  • Cook time: 10 minutes
  • INGREDIENTS
  • bunch of medium sized asparagus, about 1 lb
  • Tbsp of either vegetable or olive oil
  • Tbsp Parmesan cheese (my favorite is shredded but use the powdered/granulated Parmesan you use on spaghetti if you don't have shredded)
  • Use one of the following that you have: lemon zest (just use a cheese shredder on a lemon peel...about a teaspoon) OR lemon pepper (our favorite) OR 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper

  • INSTRUCTIONS
  • Prepare the asparagus by rinsing them thoroughly, break off any tough, white bottoms and discard. Cut into 1- to 2-inch sections, slicing the asparagus at a slight diagonal slant. 
  • Fill a medium sized saucepan half way with water, bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and reduce heat slightly to a simmer. Boil the asparagus in the water for exactly 2 minutes. Drain the hot water. While the asparagus are still hot, toss them in a bowl with the oil, Parmesan, and lemon zest/lemon juice/lemon pepper. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or room temperature.
  • Yield: Serves 4.

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