Asparagus With Junk Food

EASY, HEALTHY ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Cut asparagus up into thirds, discarding the end.
• Place asparagus into boiling water and boil for 5 - 10 minutes (depending on how crisp you like it).
• Strain water from pot and add garlic salt and parmesan cheese sprinkling evenly.

EASY ASPARAGUS SIDE DISH

Steps:

• Cut bottoms off asparagus, then cut remainder of stalks into 2-inch pieces.
• Melt butter in pan over medium heat- do not burn.
• Add garlic for about 30 seconds, then add asparagus.
• Stir fry until asparagus is tender.

SUPERFAST ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
• Snap the asparagus at the tender part of the stalk. Arrange spears in one layer on a baking sheet. Spray lightly with nonstick spray; sprinkle with the Cajun seasoning.
• Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 10 minutes.

ASPARAGUS FOR DINNER

Steps:

• Cut away the lower 4th of the asparagus and peel the stalk. This way the entire spear is edible will cook more quickly and at the same rate.
• Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a casserole or skillet large enough to accommodate the asparagus in one single flat layer.
• Add the asparagus to the water, cover and quickly bring the water back to a boil. Uncover the skillet and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until the asparagus are just tender. They should be just cooked through but still with some crunch left it.
• Serving suggestions: For 1 pound asparagus, melt 4 tablespoons butter and mash in 2 hard boiled eggs. Season to taste with salt, pepper and snipped fresh chives. Dip warm asparagus into the mixture and accompany with bread.
• Serve asparagus at room temperature, either plain or dressed with vinaigrette and accompanied with goat cheese bruschetta.

ASPARAGUS WITH JUNK

Steps:

• Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place a steamer insert into a saucepan. Pour enough water into the saucepan to reach just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus, cover, and steam until just tender, 2 to 6 minutes depending on thickness.
• Place the asparagus into a baking dish. Spread mayonnaise over the asparagus; sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the crumbs and cheese are golden brown, about 20 minutes.

ASPARAGUS WITH JUNK

Steps:

• Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place a steamer insert into a saucepan. Pour enough water into the saucepan to reach just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus, cover, and steam until just tender, 2 to 6 minutes depending on thickness.
• Place the asparagus into a baking dish. Spread mayonnaise over the asparagus; sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the crumbs and cheese are golden brown, about 20 minutes.

ADDICTIVE ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• In a large non-stick pan, saute pancetta, stirring frequently over medium heat, until crisp and lightly golden.
• Add butter, then asparagus and leeks and saute until asparagus is tender crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
• Add garlic, citrus zests, toasted pine nuts and parsley and saute for another minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

ASPARAGUS WITH JUNK

Steps:

• Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place a steamer insert into a saucepan. Pour enough water into the saucepan to reach just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus, cover, and steam until just tender, 2 to 6 minutes depending on thickness.
• Place the asparagus into a baking dish. Spread mayonnaise over the asparagus; sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the crumbs and cheese are golden brown, about 20 minutes.