Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_fat'], recipe: snap off woody portion of asparagus- cut remaining into 1 inch pieces. place cut asparagus and water in a 1 1/2 quart microwavable bowl. cover and microwave on high for 7 to 8 minutes- drain. add butter, lemon juice and tarragon- toss to coat. sprinkle with salt and pepper. serve. note: can also substitute thyme for the tarragon.

Target recipe: wash the asparagus and snap of the tough bottom stem. bring to a boil 1 1/2 cups water in a fairly large saucepan (large enough so the spears can lay flat). slice the lemon and put it in the pot along with the oregano and water. when it is at a roiling boil put in the asparagus cover and cook 3 minutes. the spears should be heated through but still crisp.