Steamed Asparagus

Directions

1. 1
   Pour or spritz the water onto 4 paper towels.
2. 2
   Spread out the paper towels and lay the asparagus on top of the dampened towels.
3. 3
   Sprinkle with the salt.
4. 4
   Roll up the asparagus in the dampened towels.
5. 5
   Lay the bundle, seam side down, in the microwave.
6. 6
   Microwave on high until the asparagus is just crisp tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from the microwave using tongs and carefully unwrap.
8. 8
   Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately.