ASPARAGUS WITH MINT BUTTER

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You'll have more than enough mint butter for the tender asparagus. Try melting a bit over lamb chops or fresh peas -- classic partners for the herb.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

FOR THE BUTTER (MAKES 1/2 CUP)
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
FOR THE ASPARAGUS
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
Coarse salt
Garnish: mint leaves

Steps:

  • Make the butter: Melt butter with mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat until just bubbling around edges.
  • Make the asparagus: Cook asparagus in a pot of salted boiling water until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Drizzle a few tablespoons mint butter over asparagus, and toss gently to coat. Garnish with mint leaves.

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