Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Butter Sauce

This is a simple and delicious side dish. Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, and dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.

Ingredients:

•     1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
•     cooking spray
•     salt and pepper to taste
•     2 tablespoons butter
•     1 tablespoon soy sauce
•     1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
4. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

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