1 Tablespoon butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced ( I used 3 )
1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
2 teaspoons lemon juice ( I used lime )
salt and pepper to taste ( I didn't use any )
Garnish Shredded parmesan cheese

1 Tablespoon butter 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic minced ( I used 3 ) 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed 2 teaspoons lemon juice ( I used lime )

Combine butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic: saute' for 1 - 2 minutes. Add asparagus and cook to desired tenderness, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Drain; sprinkle asparagus with lemon juice; salt and pepper. Arrange on a serving platter, sprinkle with parmesan. Makes 4 servings.