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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Blanch the asparagus for 2 minutes.
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Drain and set aside.
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Bring another large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook the potatoes for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are soft but still retain their shape.
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Drain and set aside.
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Heat a large (14 inches is ideal) skillet over medium-low heat.
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Add the butter and let it melt.
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Add the potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes without stirring, allowing a crust to start forming on the potatoes.
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Flip the potatoes in the pan with a metal spatula, raise the heat to medium, and cook the potatoes for 5 more minutes.
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When the potatoes are sizzling but still mostly uncolored, add the onion.
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Continue to cook over medium heat without stirring.
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As the potatoes on the bottom get brown, add the asparagus and saute until hot.
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Continue to cook until golden brown.
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The home fries should be browned and crispy, but not blackened and burned.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Serve hot.
