Asparagus Alla Milanese

1. 1

   Bring 4 quarts water to boil and set up ice bath.

2. 2

   Trim asparagus of hard ends and drop into water.

3. 3

   Cook 70 seconds.

4. 4

   Remove with tongs and refresh in ice bath.

5. 5

   Drain and set aside.

6. 6

   In a 10- to 12-inch saute pan, heat 4 tbsp.

7. 7

   butter until very dark brown.

8. 8

   Add asparagus and toss until warm.

9. 9

   Remove asparagus and divide among 4 plates.

10. 10

    Towel off saute pan and add remaining butter.

11. 11

    Cook until foam subsides.

12. 12

    Crack eggs in and cook sunny-side up, approximately 2 minutes.

13. 13

    Place one egg over each plate, sprinkle with cheese and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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