Asparagus with Hazelnut Butter

Directions

1. 1

   1 lb Cooked Asparagus 1 oz Finely Ground Hazelnuts 2 tb Butter 2 ts Cider Vinegar Salt And Pepper To Taste Wash asparagus under cold running

2. 2

   Snap off lower end of each stalk with your fingers

3. 3

   Let the stalk break where it wants to, this will leave only the tender portion of the stalk

4. 4

   Young tender asparagus can be cooked in a steamer for 5-7 minutes, the more mature stalks for 7-10 minutes

5. 5

   Do not over cook asparagus, it will lose flavor and nutrients if over cooked

6. 6

   At the same time, place the hazelnuts and butter in a small heavy skillet

7. 7

   Heat until the butter melts and mix thoroughly

8. 8

   Remove from heat and stir in vinegar