Asparagus With Curry Butter

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon curry powder (see Tip)
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

1. 1

   Combine butter, curry powder, lemon juice and salt in a small bowl, creating a curry butter.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add asparagus and cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir the curry butter into the asparagus; toss to coat and serve.