Asparagus with Lemon Butter

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• strips of lemon rind

Instructions:

Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus, then remove the scales with a vegetable peeler. Melt the butter in a skillet, then add the asparagus and saute for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the salt and pepper, then remove from the heat. Toss with the lemon zest and juice. Garnish with strips of rind.