Asparagus
Recipe
- Title:
- Asparagus
- Categories:
- Vegetables, Low-cal
- Yield:
- 1 servings
Directions
- Asparagus 1 1/2 lb For 4 servings.
Directions
- Asparagus is low-calorie and spiked with vitamins A &b C.
- 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" salted water to boiling.
- Place asparagus upright in pot.
- Heat to boiling, reduce heat.
- Boil uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Cover and boil 2-3 minutes longer.
- Drain.
- Cooking pieces: Cook lower stalk pieces uncovered in 1" boiling water for 6 minutes.
- Add tips, cover, and cook until tender, about 1-2 minutes.
- Drain.
- Steaming: Place steamer or basket in 1/2" 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" pieces and 1/4 c 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.
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