Asparagus with St George’s mushrooms

Method

Prepare the mushrooms: Clean, trim, and halve the mushrooms (or quarter them if large).

Cook the asparagus: Bring a saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes until just tender. Drain. Alternatively, you can steam the asparagus.

Sauté the mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté gently until tender and the liquid has evaporated. St George’s mushrooms need a fair amount of cooking—keep the heat low to avoid drying them out before they’re fully cooked.

Combine and season: Add the steamed asparagus to the mushroom pan, then stir in the butter. Season with salt and pepper. Toss everything together and transfer to warmed plates.

Serve: Enjoy immediately with bread and butter—crusty white rolls are perfect for this dish!