Asparagus With Butter And Parmesan Cheese

Nutrition

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus and discard

2. 2

   Wash the asparagus thoroughly

3. 3

   Put the

4. 4

   Cut these trimmings into 1-inch pieces

5. 5

   Place them in a covered casserole with the water

6. 6

   Cook in the microwave oven for 2 to 3 minutes , depending upon their toughness

7. 7

   Add the remaining asparagus , putting the butt end toward the outer edges of the baking dish

8. 8

   Cover and cook until barely tender

9. 9

   Remove asparagus to a serving dish , putting the cut pieces in the bottom of the dish and placing the spears attractively on top

10. 10

    Melt the butter in a small container in the microwave oven

11. 11

    Pour evenly over the asparagus

12. 12

    Sprinkle on the parmesan cheese , salt and pepper

13. 13

    Return to the microwave oven to reheat for 30 seconds

14. 14

    Serve immediately.