Sugared Asparagus Recipe

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When my husband and I moved from Oklahoma to Rio Grande Valley in Texas years ago, I gained an appreciation for a variety of fresh vegetables. This tasty recipe is a simple way to dress up one of our favorites—asparagus! —Billie Moss, El Sobrante, California

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Sugared Asparagus Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
  • Yield: 4-6 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

  • In a large skillet over medium-high, heat butter and brown sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add asparagus; saute for 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Remove asparagus to a serving dish and keep warm. Cook sauce, uncovered, until reduced by half. Pour over asparagus. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 88 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 223 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein.

Originally published as Sugared Asparagus in Taste of Home April/May 1994, p33

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Reviewed on May. 24, 2012 by kshea

husband loves!


Reviewed on Jun. 05, 2009 by christindelaney

Just tried it and loved it!


Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2009 by jillea

Excellent side dish recipe! Very easy to make and enjoyed by everyone! I make it for special dinners such as Thanksgiving and Christmas! Thank you Billie!

 
 
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