Balsamic-glazed Asparagus

Asparagus is an old fried in my kitchen - it sits beside our steaks and chicken thighs, gets mixed into our pastas and casseroles, and tonight it was sauteed with balsamic vinegar! Oh my, it was delicious (and so so easy).

Serves: 2
Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of asparagus (about 10 stalks per person if they're small, 5-7 if they're thicker)
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tablespoon butter

Directions:

1. Preheat a medium skillet to medium heat.  Chop off the tough ends of the asparagus and then chop the stalks in half. When the pan is nice and hot, add the asparagus and balsamic vinegar. Stir often and let it reduce for about 2 minutes.
2. Add in the butter and turn the heat to low. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often. 
3. Serve hot as a side for lunch or dinner!

 Hooray! Steamy Balsamic Asparagus!

Variations:
- add in crumbled bacon and blue cheese for a more filling and rich side
- use fig balsamic vinegar or other infused balsamic vinegars for a more sweet/savory kick
-  Crack in an egg when you add the butter for amped up scrambies!