Grilled Asparagus with Barbecue Butter

Ingredients

• 2 pounds large asparagus, trimmed
• 1 teaspoon Neelys BBQ seasoning, recipe follows
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions

Barbecue butter

• 1 tablespoon Neelys BBQ seasoning, recipe follows
• 1 stick butter, slightly softened

Break off ends of asparagus.

For the butter:

Mix rub into butter. Spread the butter mixture lengthwise across a piece of plastic wrap. Roll the butter up tightly into a log and twist the ends. Refrigerate.

Preheat grill. If using a stovetop grill, use medium-high heat. Gently toss asparagus with seasoning, oil and salt and pepper, to taste. Grill asparagus until tender, turning once, about 6 minutes. Serve with barbecue butter.

Neelys BBQ Seasoning

• 4 ounces paprika
• 2 ounces white sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.