Lemon Asparagus

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb asparagus spears
• 1 tbsp olive oil or margarine
• 1/8 tsp fresh basil, chopped fine
• 1/8 tsp fresh oregano, chopped fine
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

• To prepare fresh asparagus, wash and scrape off scales. Snap off and discard woody bases.
• Meanwhile, place a steamer basket in a medium saucepan. Add water to just below basket.
• Bring water to boiling. Add asparagus to steamer basket.
• Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until tender.
• Meanwhile, in another saucepan combine olive oil or margarine, basil, oregano, and dash pepper.
• Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through or until margarine melts.
• Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice.
• Transfer asparagus to a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon mixture.

Use the lemon juice to taste once you get comfortable with it. Some people like a lot and some only want a slight taste of lemon.