Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb fresh peas or 3/4 lb thawed frozen peas
  • 3/4 lb asparagus, cut obliquely,into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small red onion, sliced in 1/8 inch rounds
  • 1 large red pepper, seeded,cut into 1/8 inch strips
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth

Method

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Boil the fresh peas and asparagus separately until crisp-tender, about 1 minute each.
  • Plunge into cold water to stop the cooking process; drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion and bell pepper and cook until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes.
  • Add peas, asparagus, salt and pepper, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Increase heat to high and add chicken stock; cook until reduced by half-- about 3 minutes.
  • Enjoy!