Simply Steamed Asparagus

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Steamed asparagus is simple to do and yields tender and tasty results every time. Steamed asparagus makes a delicious, healthy side to any meal.

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus spears
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1 Gather all ingredients.
2 Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.
3 Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.
4 Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
5 Serve and enjoy!