Steamed Asparagus

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⏱ 10 min 🔨 Prep 5min 🔥 Cook 5min 📊 Easy 🍽 4 servings 👁 5
Steamed Asparagus

Ingredients

4 servings

Instructions

  1. Wash asparagus under cool water and shake a little bit to dry.
  2. Snap off the bottom stem of each spear.
  3. Place water in the bottom of a saucepan and line with a steamer basket ensuring the water doesn't touch the basket. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat on the stovetop.
  4. Place asparagus in the basket, cover and allow to steam 4-6 minutes depending on thickness and desired doneness.
  5. Place asparagus on a plate, toss with butter and season with salt & pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition per serving

59kcal

💰 Cost Estimate

Total Ingredients
$22.00
Per Serving
$6.00/serving
🏠 Savings
~$44.00 vs buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (33% ingredients detected)
IngredientAmountSubtotal
asparagus 1 lb -
salt and pepper to taste - -
butter 4 tsp $22.00

*Estimated market prices, may vary by region

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