Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus
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Cooking:
5 min.
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Servings per container:
4
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Ingredients for - Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus

1. Fresh asparagus - 1 bunch
2. Water - ¼ cup
3. Lemon - 1
4. Ground black pepper - ⅛ teaspoon
5. Garlic powder (Optional) - ⅛ teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus

1. Stage

Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.

2. Stage

Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.

3. Stage

Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.