Asparagus and Sun-Dried Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Crisp-tender asparagus is drizzled with lemon butter sauce and sprinkled with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes in this effortless, time-saving recipe. Ingredients:
3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed |
1/3 cup butter, cubed |
1/3 cup chicken broth |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
4 teaspoons grated lemon peel |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and chopped |
1/4 cup minced fresh basil |
Directions:
1. Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the broth, oil, lemon peel and salt.
3. Transfer asparagus to a serving platter; drizzle with butter mixture. Sprinkle with pepper; top with tomatoes and basil. Yield: 12 servings.
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