Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Cooking Time:
5-7 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim off the woody ends.
- Place the asparagus in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water.
- Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Remove the asparagus from the steamer and transfer to a serving dish.
- Drizzle with the melted butter, sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 100 per serving
- Fat: 5 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Fresh, crisp asparagus spears
- Rich, buttery flavor
- Nutty Parmesan cheese
- Simple and elegant presentation
User Comments:
- "The asparagus was perfectly steamed and the butter and Parmesan cheese sauce was heavenly."
- "This dish is so easy to make and always impresses my guests."
- "The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, arrange the asparagus spears in the steamer basket with the tips facing up.
- Do not overcook the asparagus, as it will become mushy.
- If you don't have a steamer basket, you can use a colander lined with cheesecloth.
- Serve the asparagus immediately while it is still hot.
