Directions:

Preparation time: 15 minutes, concurrent with the rest of the meal. Good for all seasons, especially good in season. Sattvic; calms all doshas.

1. Wash and snap off the bottoms:

1 lb. fresh asparagus spears

2. Bring to a boil in an iron skillet:

1 c. water with a pinch of salt (optional)

3. Add the asparagus, cover and cook until tender, less than 10 minutes.

Drain, place in a serving bowl, and dress with 1 Tbsp. ghee Juice of 1⁄2 of a fresh lemon

Serves 4