side dishes

Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Asparagus with Hollandaise always makes a special addition to your menu. McCormick® Hollandaise Sauce Blend is a delicate, lemon butter sauce that is so easy and is ready in only 5 minutes.

Prep: 5 min – Cook: 10 min

1 bunch (about 1 1/2 pounds) fresh asparagus
4 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package McCormick® Hollandaise Sauce Blend
1 cup water

1. Wash asparagus and break off stalks as far down as they snap easily. Steam asparagus until tender; about 4-5 minutes. Keep warm.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sauce blend with a whisk. Gradually stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sauce comes to a boil. Simmer 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.

3. Place steamed asparagus on platter; pour sauce over asparagus. Garnish with orange peel, if desired.

Makes 4 servings

Nutritional Info Per Serving:
Calories 160, Fat 12 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 296 mg, Carbohydrates 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g

This recipe created by McCormick, Inc.