Asparagus
Treat your family with this simple and tasty recipe that can help you make your kids become asparagus-lovers!
Yield
1 servingsPrep
2 minCook
5 minReady
7 minIngredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | pounds |
asparagus
for 4 servings |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 907.2 | g |
asparagus
for 4 servings |
|
Directions
Asparagus is low-calorie and spiked with vitamins A, B and cup Allow about To Prepare: Break off tough ends as far down as stalks snap easily. For spears, tie with string. Or, cut each stalk into 1 inch pieces.
Cooking Spears: In deep, narrow pan or asparagus pot, heat 1 inch salted water to boiling. Place asparagus upright in pot. Heat to boiling, reduce heat. Boil uncovered for 5 minutes. Cover and boil 2 to 3 minutes longer. Drain. Cooking pieces: Cook lower stalk pieces uncovered in 1 inch boiling water for 6 minutes. Add tips, cover, and cook until tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Drain. Steaming: Place steamer or basket in ½ inch water (water should not touch basket). Place asparagus in basket. Cover tightly and heat to boiling. Reduce heat and steam until tender, about 6 minutes. Microwave: Cover and nuke asparagus spears or 1 inch pieces and ¼ cup water in 2 qt casserole on high 4 minutes. Turn asparagus over. Cover and nuke until tender crisp, about 3 minutes longer. Let stand 1 minute and drain.
