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Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter Recipe

Elevate your asparagus game with this incredibly flavorful recipe from Bon Appétit magazine! Perfectly crisp-tender asparagus spears are topped with a luscious basil parmesan butter that's simply irresistible. This recipe uses premium Parmesan-Reggiano for an unforgettable taste experience. Get ready for a 12-minute culinary masterpiece!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 157.2 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter

  • 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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How to Make Asparagus With Basil Parmesan Butter

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Immediately transfer asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain vibrant green color. Drain well.
  3. Preheat broiler to high.
  4. While the broiler preheats, prepare the parmesan butter: In a medium bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy.
  5. Stir in Parmesan-Reggiano cheese, fresh basil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Arrange asparagus spears in a single layer on a broiler-safe baking sheet.
  7. Spoon or drizzle the parmesan butter mixture evenly over the asparagus.
  8. Broil for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the topping is lightly browned and bubbly. Avoid burning.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

38g

Carbs

1g

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