Asparagus With Cashew Butter Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus With Cashew Butter

• 1 pound asparagus
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup raw cashews
• (included in cashew butter)

How to Make Asparagus With Cashew Butter

1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender-crisp.
4. Pour in ½ cup chicken broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until asparagus is tender but still retains a slight bite. Adjust cooking time depending on asparagus thickness.
5. Drain any excess liquid from the asparagus.
6. While the asparagus cooks, prepare the cashew butter: Combine ½ cup raw cashews, ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon of your favorite herbs (tarragon, basil, or thyme, or a combination) in a food processor.
7. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, adding more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
8. Toss the cooked asparagus with the cashew butter sauce and serve immediately. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.