INGREDIENTS
- 1 bunch of medium sized asparagus, about 1 lb
- 2 Tbsp of the most exquisite extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest – freshly grated lemon rind
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
METHOD
1 Prepare the asparagus by rinsing them thoroughly, break off any tough, white bottoms and discard. Cut into 1 to 2 inch sections, slicing the asparagus at a slight diagonal.
2 Fill a medium sized saucepan half way with water, bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and reduce heat slightly to a simmer. Parboil the asparagus for exactly 2 minutes. Drain the hot water. While the asparagus are still hot, toss them in a bowl with the olive oil, Parmesan, and lemon rind. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or room temperature.
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Reblogged this on All About The Noms and commented:
Yumyums Asaparagus- my favourite green vegetable.
Looks delicious. I steamed asparagus tonight, which is how I always cook it and my husband complained that it was too plain. I will try your recipe next time and jazz it up a bit!
I hope you enjoyed it. I’ve prepared it this way several times since I posted it on my blog and we’ve enjoyed it every time – most recently for Mother’s Day.