Tarragon Spring Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 cups frozen sugar snap peas
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind

Preparation

1. Arrange asparagus, sugar snap peas, and green peas in a vegetable steamer. Steam, covered, 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; drain vegetables and return to pan.
2. Stir in butter and remaining ingredients. Heat over medium heat 1 minute or until butter melts, tossing gently.