Special Spring Vegetable Mix

Directions

1. 1
   Heat butter in a large, deep saute pan over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Carefully add pearl onions; saute until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove pan from heat.
4. 4
   (Can be prepared to this point a couple of hours ahead.)
5. 5
   Add asparagus, carrots, snow peas, artichokes, salt and 1/2 cup water to pan.
6. 6
   Return to high heat; cover and cook until vegetables start to steam.
7. 7
   Steam, covered, until almost tender, about 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Add peas; continue to steam until vegetables are just tender, about 1 minute longer.
9. 9
   Stir in scallion tops, and season with pepper and more salt, if necessary.
10. 10
    Serve immediately.