• 2 tsp. unsalted butter
• 1-1/2 lbs. asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 3 inch pieces
• 1/4 cup water

Melt butter in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté asparagus 2-3 minutes until bright green. Add water and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until asparagus is tender and liquid has evaporated.

Per serving: calories 56, fat 2.3g, 30% calories from fat, cholesterol 5mg, protein 3.9g, carbohydrates 7.7g, fiber 3.6g, sugar 3.6g, sodium 4mg, diet points 1.1.

Dietary Exchanges: Milk: 0.0, Vegetable: 1.5, Fruit: 0.0, Bread: 0.0, Lean meat: 0.0, Fat: 0.4, Sugar: 0.0, Very lean meat protein: 0.0

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