Vitamin B7, also called biotin, is a vital part of a healthy metabolism and creating important enzymes. Biotin is often used to strengthen hair and nails, and is also called Vitamin H (for hair). Many systems benefit from biotin including the skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism and cells, said Dr. Sherry Ross, OB/GYN and Womenâs Health Expert at Providence Saint Johnâs Health Center in Santa Monica, California.
1 Place asparagus in a microwave-safe dish. Pour in wine, and dot with pieces of butter.  Cover loosely, and cook in the microwave on High for 3 minutes, or until bright green and tender. Allow the dish to stand 5 minutes before serving.
1 Bring the water to a full boil. 2  Place the asparagus spears in the boiling water. 3  Once the water returns to a boil, cook for 5 minutes. 4  If you wish, use a microwave-safe cooking dish to boil asparagus in the microwave.5  Fill the cooking dish with 1/4 cup water, then add the spears and place the lid on the dish.his is a common way to quickly cook asparagus to perfection and serve it cold in salads or as a luncheon side dish. If you'd prefer to serve the asparagus warm, skip the ice water bath. Here's how to blanch asparagus: 1  Boil a large pot of water and 2 teaspoons of salt.