Butter-Glazed Asparagus

Let the flavor of the fresh vegetable shine through when you combine chicken broth and butter to make a light and flavorful glaze to coat tender-crisp asparagus. This recipe goes from fridge to table in just 15 minutes.


Butter-Glazed Asparagus

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Servings: 6
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Related Categories: Asparagus
 
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Ingredients
  • 1/2  cup
    Swanson® Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth (Regular or Certified Organic)
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  • 2  lb.
    asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
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  • 6  tbsp.
    butter
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Directions
1.
Heat the broth in a 12-inch skillet over high heat to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2 minutes. Add the butter.
2.
Reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes or until the liquid thickens and the asparagus is tender-crisp.

Tip:
Use frozen broccoli flowerets or sliced carrots for the asparagus.

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