How to Steam or Microwave Asparagus

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Small saucepans
• Distilled water
• Microwaves or double-boiler
• Heavy-duty plastic bags
• Small knife

1. Select asparagus that is firm, has tight heads, and does not have a strong odor.

2. Wash all spears in cool water, making sure to clean any residual soil off of the tips.

3. Cut about an inch off the bottom of each spear. Leave spears whole, or cut into pieces.

4. Using a steamer basket above boiling water, or a saucepan containing about 1/2 cup boiling water, add asparagus and cover pan. Cook until all pieces are tender, about 6 to 10 minutes.

5. Serve.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also cook asparagus in the microwave. Place about one pound of asparagus in a microwave-safe dish with 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook on high for 5-7 minutes.
• Store uncooked asparagus in the refrigerator wrapped in a moist paper towel inside a plastic bag.
• Depending on how "woody" the stalks are, you may have to trim off more than an inch.

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