Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1-1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 Tbsp. chives, minced
- 1/2 Lbs. asparagus, tough ends trimmed
Directions
Melt butter in a small non-reactive saucepan over low heat. Stir in lemon juice, mustard, pepper and all but 1/2 tsp. chives. Cover and keep warm over lowest heat. Place asparagus in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover saucepan and steam 5-7 minutes, or until asparagus is bright green and tender. Transfer asparagus to a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon sauce and sprinkle with remaining chives.
By LRP from LWL, MA.