2 lb fresh asparagus
1 cup boiling water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup butter or margarine
3 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Place asparagus spears in a large skillet; add boiling water and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Remove 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 and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings. Typed in MMFormat by cjhartlin@msn.com Source: Homemaker Schools Recipe Collection Spring 98
