1. Melt the butter in the skillet at medium heat till it foams. Then, add the asparagus and shake the pan sideways so the butter coats the stalks. Cover tightly with a lid and allow it to cook for three minutes, constantly shaking the skillet so the stems don’t char.
2. Uncover and cook for another five to 10 minutes. You want the asparagus crisp, tender and bright green. When it’s done, season with pepper and salt, and serve hot or warm.

More skillet asparagus ideas can be found in this video recipe.