Ingredients for Asparagus With Butter And Parmesan Cheese
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- salt and pepper to taste
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How to Make Asparagus With Butter And Parmesan Cheese
- Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears and discard.
- Wash the asparagus thoroughly.
- Cut the trimmed asparagus ends into 1-inch pieces.
- Place the 1-inch pieces in a microwave-safe casserole dish with 1/4 cup of water. Cover the dish.
- Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly tender. Cooking time depends on the thickness of the asparagus.
- Add the remaining whole asparagus spears to the casserole dish, placing the thicker butt ends towards the outer edges of the dish.
- Cover and microwave for another 4-5 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp but still retains a slight bite. Check for doneness frequently.
- While the asparagus cooks, melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl.
- Remove the asparagus from the microwave and transfer it to a serving dish. Arrange the smaller, cooked pieces in the bottom, then layer the spears on top.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the asparagus.
- Sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- If desired, return the dish to the microwave for 30 seconds to gently warm the cheese and meld the flavors.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
47g
Carbs
3g
