Citrus Asparagus

Citrus Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh young asparagus, ends trimmed
• 2 tsp. butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp. chopped toasted hazelnuts
• 1/4 tsp. lemon zest
• 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil.
2. Add the asparagus, cover and cook about 4 minutes.
3. Remove from the pot and transfer to a large bowl, combine with butter, garlic, hazelnuts, lemon zest and lemon juice. Season to taste.