Grilled Asparagus With Barbecue Butter

Ingredients

• 2 lbs large asparagus, trimmed
• 1 teaspoon neelys bbq seasoning, recipe follows
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper

Barbecue butter

• 1 tablespoon neelys bbq seasoning, recipe follows
• 1/2 cup butter, slightly softened

Neelys BBQ Seasoning

• 4 ounces paprika
• 2 ounces white sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

1. 1

   For the BBQ seasoning: Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

2. 2

   For the butter: Mix rub into butter. Spread the butter mixture lengthwise across a piece of plastic wrap. Roll the butter up tightly into a log and twist the ends. Refrigerate.

3. 3

   Asparagus: Preheat grill. If using a stovetop grill, use medium-high heat. Gently toss asparagus with seasoning, oil and salt and pepper, to taste. Grill asparagus until tender, turning once, about 6 minutes. Serve with barbecue butter.