Asparagus Stalks w/Anchovy-Caper Butter and Fresh Herbs

This is the finest and arguably the fastest way to get asparagus onto your plate. The key to a good pan roast is to give it the time and space to cook. Overcrowding the pan will steam the vegetable or at least make it cook unevenly. Caramelization won’t happen if you insist on stirring every 5 seconds. Trust yourself and your pan. Allow it to brown a bit, then give it one good turn to sear the other side. Transfer to a plate, garnish, and eat.

Using a compound butter here adds surpr