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Buttered Asparagus Spears
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 8
Fresh green beans may be used.
Ingredients:
3 pounds fresh asparagus
2 quarts water
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions:
1. Trim tough ends of asparagus.
2. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a Dutch oven; add asparagus, and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Chill, if desired.
3. Melt butter in a large skillet; add asparagus, salt, and pepper, and saute until thoroughly heated.
By RecipeOfHealth.com