Ingredients
FOR THE BUTTER (MAKES 1/2 CUP)
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
FOR THE ASPARAGUS
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
Coarse salt
Garnish: mint leaves
Preparation
Make the butter: Melt butter with mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat until just bubbling around edges.
Make the asparagus: Cook asparagus in a pot of salted boiling water until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.
Drizzle a few tablespoons mint butter over asparagus, and toss gently to coat. Garnish with mint leaves.
