*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                    Asparagus with Hollandiaise Sauce

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Asparagus*                       Microwave*

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   9      pounds        Fresh asparagus
     1/4  cup           Water
     1/3  cup           Butter (5 1/2 T)
   2      tablespoons   Fresh lemon juice
     1/4  cup           Half-and-half
   2                    Egg yolks -- well beaten
     1/4  teaspoon      Salt
     1/8  teaspoon      Ground nutmeg

Since there are so good, we're a little generous with the asparagus. 
A little half-and-half thins the hollandaise so that it pours well. Be sure to stir the sauce
 well and frequently to keep it smooth.

  1.  Arrange asparagus in a 2-qt rectangular casserole, alternating tips and ends.  A
dd water.  
Cover. Microwave at HIGH 6-8 minutes, until just ten- der, 
rearranging stalks after 4 minutes.. Drain. Arrange 4-cup measure.
Microwave at HIGH 1 minute to melt. Stir in lemon juice and half-and-half.
Gradually whisk in egg yolks.
 3. Microwave at HIGH 1 1/2-2 minutes, w
hisking every 20 seconds, until mixutre has thickened. Stir in salt and nutmeg. 
 Pour over asparagus or serve separately in sauceboat.

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