Cooking asparagus on the stove is a quick and easy way to prepare this delicious and nutritious vegetable. Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and folic acid. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, but one of the simplest and most flavorful methods is to saut it in a little bit of olive oil or butter.
To cook asparagus on the stove, first rinse the asparagus spears and trim off the woody ends. Then, heat a large skillet or saut pan over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil or butter to the pan and swirl to coat. Add the asparagus spears to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
