Creamed Asparagus And Mushrooms - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lb. fresh or frozen asparagus
1 lb. mushrooms
3 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. minced onion
1/2 Tbsp. flour
1 c. heavy cream
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
dash of nutmeg
paprika

Preparation

Remove stems from mushrooms.
Wipe caps and slice.
Saute mushrooms in butter with onion until golden.
Prepare asparagus (cooked) as usual; cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
Heat 1 tablespoon butter and blend in flour.
When lightly browned, add cream.
Heat slowly, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Add sauteed mushrooms and onion; keep warm. Drain asparagus; place in dish.
Top with mushroom sauce.
Add a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
Serves 8.