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                       Asparagus in its Own Juices

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Serving Size  : 2    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Asparagus*

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     3/4  pound         Asparagus (medium to large)
   2      tablespoons   Unsalted butter
     1/2  teaspoon      Salt
                        Freshly ground pepper

CUT OFF THE TOUGH BOTTOM END of the asparagus and discard.
 Peel the stalks with a vegetable peeler.
 Place asparagus in a skillet or saucepan just large enough to hold them
 lying down and barely cover with cold water. Add butter and salt and
 bring to a boil, uncovered, over high heat. Stir the asparagus so it will cook evenly.
 The asparagus is done when the water has evaporated, leaving only
 the concentrated, buttery juice of the asparagus.
 Grind fresh pepper to taste over the asparagus and arrange on a vegetable platter.  

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