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Asparagus w/Sesame Butter

This Asparagus w/Sesame Butter recipe uses Fresh Asparagus, Boiling Water, Salt, Cornstarch, and Cold Water. Serves 6. Save it, add the ingredients to your shopping list, and cook it tonight.

Ingredients

• 2 lb
• 1 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 1 tbsp
• 1/4 cup
• 1/4 cup
• 3 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Place asparagus spears in a large skillet; add boiling water and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender.

2. 2

   Remove asparagus and keep warm.

3. 3

   Drain cooking liquid, reserving 1/2 cup in a small saucepan.

4. 4

   Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into liquid.

5. 5

   Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute more.

6. 6

   Stir in butter until melted.

7. 7

   Spoon over asparagus and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

8. 8

   Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings. Typed in Schools Recipe Collection Spring 98