Asparagus With Sesame Butter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. fresh asparagus
1 c. boiling water
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. cold water
1/4 c. butter or margarine
3 Tbsp. sesame seed, toasted

Preparation

Place asparagus spears in a large skillet; add boiling water and salt.
Cook for 5 to 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; sprinkle with sesame seed and serve immediately.
Serves 6 to 8.