The kids can help with the rinsing and breaking off the ends. My kids think asparagus taste like green beans.
Steamed Asparagus
Ingredients:
- 1-2 lbs asparagus
- 2 T olive oil
- 2 T Parmesan cheese
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- lemon pepper, if desired
Instructions:
Rinse the asparagus, break off and discard tough ends. (Just snap off the woody end where it breaks easily.)
Cut each spear into 2 or 3 diagonal slices.
Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil.
Add asparagus and simmer for 2 minutes; drain and place in a bowl.
While hot, toss asparagus with remaining ingredients.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
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