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Asparagus: Asparagus with Sesame Butter

Source of Recipe

taste of home


List of Ingredients

2 pounds fresh asparagus
1 cup boiling water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds


Recipe

Place asparagus spears in a large skillet; add boiling water and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Remove the asparagus and keep warm. Drain cooking liquid, reserving 1/2 cup in a small saucepan. Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into liquid. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute more.
Stir in butter until melted. Spoon over asparagus; sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings.