Asparagus Italian Style

Asparagus  Italian Style

¾ cup water

½ tsp. salt (optional)

3 tbsp. olive oil or real butter

1 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley

Dash of pepper

1 lb. fresh asparagus tips

Bring water to boil in med sauce pan, add salt, olive oil, parsley, pepper, and asparagus. Return to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove lid and continue cooking for about 3-4 minutes. Drain and serve.

Asparagus with lemon and cashews

Asparagus and Lemon Cashew Butter

1lb fresh asparagus spears, washed whole

1 sauce pan boiling water

¼ cup real butter

2 tsp. fresh lemon juice

¼ cup organic cashews halved or chopped

In sauce pan of boiling water, cook asparagus until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain. Place in serving dish. 

In small pan, melt butter over low heat, add in lemon juice and cashews. Simmer on low for about 2 minutes to incorporate flavor. Pour over asparagus and  top with small amount of lemon zest if desired. Serve.