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Sautéed Asparagus

Sautéed Asparagus brings tender-crisp spears tossed in butter and fragrant garlic for a bright, savory bite. It’s a quick side that highlights the vegetable’s natural sweetness and gentle snap, perfect alongside weeknight mains or holiday roasts. Simple ingredients let the asparagus shine while delivering satisfying flavor in minutes.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Sautéed Asparagus
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus spears and the garlic; cover and cook until the asparagus is tender-crisp, about 5 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus.

  3. 3

    If you prefer your asparagus well done, lower the heat and cook for a few more minutes.

  4. 4

    Serve and enjoy.