16 large fresh asparagus spears
6tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons grated fresh or dried parmesan cheese
Method: Wash and pat asparagus dry on kitchen towel. In a shallow frying pan, heat the butter and garlic, and saute garlic gently until golden brown. Add the asparagus spears to the pan, turn up the heat a little, and sauté the asparagus for 10 minutes until it is crisp and tender. Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle over the parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.