Asparagus

This recipe is inspired by our trip to London aboard the Eurostar. The light, delicate sauce, which I make with fresh goat cheese from the market in Louviers, is perfect with freshly steamed asparagus (preferably white, though it is wonderful with green as well). If you can't find fresh goat cheese you may make this with fresh cow's cheese — the flavor will be different but as delectable.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Here's an easy, make-ahead recipe. If asparagus is unavailable, steamed broccoli is a nice substitute.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

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