Steaming asparagus in the microwave is the best way to cook asparagus to enjoy its flavor. It comes out absolutely perfect. For the wine, we recommend Pinot Grigio.
Ingredients
- asparagus spears: 1 pound (trimmed, fresh)
- white wine: 0.25 cup
- butter: 2 Tbsp
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Place asparagus in a microwave-safe dish. Pour in wine and dot with butter.
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Cover loosely and cook in the microwave on high until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Allow the dish to stand for 5 minutes before serving.