posted by Terra80 03-16-101 6:55 AM
Asparagus with Parmesan-Lemon Butter
1 lb. asparagus, ends trimmed
6 T. butter, room temp.
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese
2 T. fresh lemon juice
1 clove minced garlic (I've used powder in a pinch)
1 T. fresh basil, chopped (or 1 t. dried)
Precook (steam, boil or microwave) asparagus just until crisp-tender. Drain and arrange in casserole/baking dish.
While asparagus is cooking, prepare butter: With whisk or fork, beat butter til creamy and add rest of ingredients, whipping until all are incorporated well. Spread butter over asparagus in dish, leaving tips and about 1" of ends exposed. Broil in oven just until topping is golden.