Simple Microwaved Asparagus

Name: Simple Microwaved Asparagus
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 9 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 8 fresh asparagus spears; (salt and pepper or other seasonings as desired)

Ingredients:2
Servings:8

Susan DenneyUpdated 11/27/2024

Simple Microwaved Asparagus

Ingredients:2
Servings:8

Didn’t think you could love asparagus any more than you already do? Think again! The veggie superstar of spring is about to get even easier to make. A quick step, five minutes and the microwave are all you need to get a side on the table in a snap.

Simple Microwaved Asparagus

Prep time:5 min
Total time:9 min
Ingredients:2
Servings:8

Ingredient

8 fresh asparagus spears
(salt and pepper or other seasonings as desired)

Instructions

Step 1
Cut or snap woody ends from spears. Wash spears with cool water. Do not dry.

Step 2
Place spears in a single layer in a glass microwave-safe baking dish, allowing room between spears. Cover dish with plastic wrap, opening one corner slightly for steam to vent.

Step 3
Microwave on high for four minutes. Test doneness with fork.

Step 4
Season as desired with salt and pepper or other seasonings (garlic salt is good), butter or sauce. Serve immediately.

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