Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter

• 1 pound asparagus
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Basil
• 1 clove minced garlic
• Fresh Lemon Juice

How to Make Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter

1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes. Immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
3. Preheat your broiler to high.
4. While the asparagus cooks, prepare the butter mixture: In a medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup (1 stick) of softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Drain the asparagus thoroughly and arrange it in a single layer on a broiler-safe baking sheet.
8. Drop spoonfuls of the Parmesan-basil butter mixture evenly over the asparagus.
9. Broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly, watching carefully to prevent burning.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!