Lemon Asparagus Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 onion (chopped)
1 lb. asparagus, trimmed and chopped
1 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 c. chicken broth
3/4 tsp. thyme
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. uncooked rice
1 1/3 c. water
zest of 1 lemon
1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Preparation

Melt butter and oil in large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion, cook, stirring 5 minutes.
Stir in asparagus, thyme, salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
Add rice, stir for 1 minute. Add broth and water; cover and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat and cook until rice is done and asparagus is tender, about 25-30 minutes.
Stir in zest and lemon juice just before serving.