How to Cook Asparagus on the Stove
A skillet and a little butter are all you need for Edna Lewis’ foolproof recipe.
- Serves
4-6
- Cook
15 minutes
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Wondering how to cook asparagus on the stove? Renowned Southern chef Edna Lewis knew that cooking the stalky vegetable in a skillet concentrates its flavor rather than diluting it, as steaming or boiling can. This recipe, adapted from her iconic Taste of Country Cooking, requires little seasoning, making it a quick and easy side dish. This stovetop asparagus recipe requires very few ingredients and seasonings, making it a quick and easy side dish to cook and enjoy within minutes.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 2 lb. asparagus, fibrous bottoms snapped off
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1
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