ASPARAGUS IN DILL BUTTER WITH TOASTED SESAME SEEDS
The dill really sets off the freshness of the asparagus and the toasted sesame seeds add a delicious nutty crunch.
Ingredients:
60 asparagus stalks cut 4” long (5 stalks per person)
1 cup butter, melted
¼ cup fresh dill, minced
¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
Directions:
Trim and steam the asparagus spears for 6 to 7 minutes, but do not overcook. If the sesame seeds are not toasted do so. Place the seeds in a small dry pan on medium and shake until they turn a golden brown. Remove from the pan onto a plate and set aside to cool to room temperature. To serve, transfer the asparagus spears to a long platter. Melt the butter in a small saucepan with the dill, pour it over the asparagus, and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the entire platter.
Correspondences:
Butter is of water, dill is of air, and both the asparagus and sesame seeds are of fire.
