ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE-GINGER BUTTER

Asparagus with Orange-Ginger Butter image

Zesty orange and earthy ginger are the perfect complement to this veggie that has become a springtime staple. -Lisa Feld, Grafton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 tablespoon minced crystallized ginger
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons grated orange zest

Steps:

In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; transfer to a serving platter and keep warm., In a small bowl, beat the butter, marmalade, ginger, vinegar and orange zest until blended. Spoon over asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.