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Cook fresh asparagus to tender crisp. A lovely side dish for a spring dinner along side pork tenderloin.

Steamed Asparagus

1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 quart water, boiling
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste

1. Heat heavy sauce pan over high heat. Add sugar; stirring until sugar melts.
2. Add asparagus and boiling water. Cover pan; boil hard for 5 minutes. Drain; plunge asparagus into ice water.
3. In large saucepan melt butter; add asparagus; stir until well coated and heated through. Season to taste.

Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 140 calories
Protein 3 grams
Fat 7 grams
Sodium 170 milligrams
Cholesterol 20 milligrams
Saturated Fat 4 grams
Carbohydrates 20 grams
Fiber 3 grams

Recipe provided courtesy of Pork, The Other White Meat.