Asparagus Polonaise

• 2 pounds asparagus
• pinch of sugar
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Wash and trim asparagus. Lay it flat in a shallow saucepan and cook, covered, in a small amount of boiling water to which you have added sugar, salt, freshly ground black pepper and butter, until just tender - 10 to 15 minutes.

Drain asparagus and place on serving dish. Spoon Polonaise Sauce over it and serve immediately.