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Fresh Lemony Buttered Asparagus with Parmesan

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A quick and easy spring side dish featuring tender asparagus sautéed in lemon-infused butter and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Bright, buttery, and cheesy, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 25g)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound of fresh asparagus under cold water. Snap or cut off the woody ends, about 1 to 2 inches from the bottom. Dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  2. Place 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Melt slowly without browning; lower heat if butter starts to foam or brown.
  3. Add 1 small minced garlic clove (optional) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add the trimmed asparagus spears to the skillet. Use tongs to coat evenly with butter. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp and bright green. Cook longer if stalks are thick.
  5. Remove skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over asparagus and sprinkle with ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure asparagus sautés rather than steams. Melt butter gently over medium or medium-low heat to prevent burning. Freshly grate Parmesan just before serving for best flavor and texture. If asparagus cooks too fast and browns, lower heat or add a splash of water and cover briefly to steam gently. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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