Herbed Asparagus

Ingredients:      

• 4 cups of water
• 1 lb. asparagus, (ends trimmed)
• ¹/8 cup  fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• ¹/8 cup fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
• ¼ tsp. fresh cracked black pepper
• ½ tsp. of garlic powder
• salt (optional)
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil

Directions:

1. In a large uncovered skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook 5 minutes.  Drain well. Place on serving dish.
2. In a small sauté pan, over low-medium heat add olive oil, parsley, basil, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir well. Heat for 3 minutes.
3. Pour mixture over asparagus.

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