Food & Cooking Recipes Quick & Easy Recipes Asparagus with Lemon Butter 4.1 (14) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Martha Stewart Martha Stewart is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and lifestyle expert who has taught millions of people through generations the joy of entertaining, cooking, gardening, collecting, crafting, and home renovating via her eponymous magazine, Martha Stewart Living, Emmy-winning television shows, and 99 books (and counting). Based in Katonah, N.Y., where she helms her 156-acre Bedford Farm, Martha is America's first self-made female billionaire. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 16, 2017 Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 4 When simply flavored with a touch of butter and lemon, fresh vegetables can really shine. Ingredients Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 ½ pounds asparagus, trimmed 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Directions Bring 2 inches salted water to a boil in a wide (10-inch) saucepan or skillet. Place asparagus in saucepan; cook until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander. Return asparagus to pan; toss with butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Cook's Notes To trim asparagus, snap off the tough ends with your hands; the stalks will automatically break at the tender part. Originally appeared: Everyday Food, April 2005 Rate It PRINT