Asparagus with Lemon-Butter

Simple steamed asparagus topped with a drizzle of lemon-butter is a perfect accompaniment for any entree that feature a rich sauce like our Chateaubriand with Sauce Bearnaise.

Ingredients ~

3/4 lb asparagus, ends trimmed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1/2 lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation ~

Bring 1/2-inch of water to a boil in the bottom of a pan outfitted with a steaming rack. Place the asparagus on the rack, cover and cook until bright green and tender when pierced with a sharp knife in the thickest part of the stalk, about 7 minutes.

While the asparagus cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave safe bowl. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.

Plate the asparagus, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with the butter mixture.

Makes 2 servings