Hot Or Cold Sesame Asparagus

Method

1. I

   Cook asparagus in a pot of boiling salted water until almost crisp tender.

2. II

   If serving chilled, cook until crisp tender.

3. III

   Drain.

4. IV

   Place in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

5. V

   Drain, pat dry, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

6. VI

   Combine sesame oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

7. VII

   Add asparagus.

8. VIII

   Saute about 2 minutes until crisp tender.

9. IX

   Mix lemon juice with soy sauce.

10. X

    If serving cold, mix 2 T olive oil, sesame oil, lemon juice and soy sauce.

11. XI

    Do not cook further.

12. XII

    Toss with asparagus to coat.

13. XIII

    Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.