Step 1

Snap off and discard the woody bases of the fresh asparagus.

Step 2

Cook fresh asparagus, covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Step 3

Transfer to a serving platter. Keep warm.

Step 4

For the Sauce: In a small saucepan, stir together milk and corn starch. Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.

Step 5

Stir in mustard and white pepper.

Step 6

Spoon sauce over the asparagus.

Step 7

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with a little sprinkled snipped parsley on top and a few lemon wedges for garnish. Pretty!!