ASPARAGUS WITH MUSTARD SAUCE

Dress up simple steamed asparagus with this zesty mustard sauce.

Ingredients:

½ cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons finely chopped onion

1 tablespoon dry white wine

2 teaspoons prepared mustard

½ teaspoon soy sauce

⅛ teaspoon ginger

⅛ teaspoon white pepper

1 lb. fresh asparagus spears

¼ cup water

Method:

  • Mustard Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, onion, wine, mustard, soy sauce, ginger and pepper; blend well and set aside.
  • Break off woody asparagus where stems snap easily.
  • Arrange asparagus spears in an 8-inch square baking dish; add water.
  • Cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • Place dish on glass tray.
  • Microwave at high (10) for 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
  • Serve with Mustard Sauce.