How To Make Good Asparagus Spears
When cooking asparagus you can tie them into little bundles which makes them easier to remove.
How to make good asparagus spears. Heat a large saute pan over medium high heat alternatively use a wok if stir frying. Stir and microwave for another 2 to 3 minutes until the spears are firm but tender. Cover and cook for 10 minutes stirring occasionally or until asparagus is tender.
Add in the asparagus spears and saute until tender and lightly browned 3 to 5 minutes. To grill dry the asparagus by rolling it around in a kitchen towel. Add the garlic and asparagus spears.
This keeps the spears from sticking to the grill rack. Step 2 place the asparagus into a mixing bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Preheat an oven to 425 degrees f 220 degrees c.
Lay spears on a grill heated medium high about 450 degrees. Place asparagus on a piece of heavy foil or directly on the grill rack perpendicular to the wires on the rack. Trim off the tough bottoms of the asparagus and then cut into 2 inch spears.
Place the asparagus in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil about 1 tablespoon per 1 pound of asparagus. Generously brush asparagus with olive oil melted butter or margarine. Drop these bundles or individual spears into some boiling water cover and cook for three to five minutes depending on the thickness of the spears.
Once hot add the olive oil or butter. Place asparagus in a microwave safe dish with 2 tablespoons of water. Toss to coat the spears then sprinkle with parmesan cheese garlic salt and pepper.