2 lb Fresh asparagus spears or
2 pk (10-oz) frozen asparagus
-spears
Boiling; salted water
Salt
6 tb Butter
1/4 ts Grated or ground nutmeg

Wash and trim fresh asparagus spears. Cook fresh or frozen spears in a
small amount of boiling, salted water until just tender. Drain thoroughly.
Season lightly with salt; turn into serving dish. ln a small pan, heat
butter until it bubbles and browns slightly; stir in nutmeg. Pour butter
mixture over asparagus. Serve immediately. Makes six (6) servings.