Creamed Asparagus And Mushrooms
["3 lb. fresh or frozen asparagus", "1 lb. mushrooms", "3 Tbsp. butter", "1 Tbsp. minced onion", "1/2 Tbsp. flour", "1 c. heavy cream", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/2 tsp. pepper", "dash of nutmeg", "paprika"]
["Remove stems from mushrooms.", "Wipe caps and slice.", "Saute mushrooms in butter with onion until golden.", "Prepare asparagus (cooked) as usual; cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces.", "Heat 1 tablespoon butter and blend in flour.", "When lightly browned, add cream.", "Heat slowly, stirring occasionally, until thickened.", "Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.", "Add sauteed mushrooms and onion; keep warm. Drain asparagus; place in dish.", "Top with mushroom sauce.", "Add a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.", "Serves 8."]
["mushrooms", "butter", "onion", "flour", "heavy cream", "salt", "pepper", "nutmeg", "paprika"]