The asparagus is a real seasonal vegetable. They are at their tastiest when squeaky fresh. To be sure of this, rub them together. If you hear a cheerful squeak, you are in the right place. Did you know that asparagus, also known as white gold, was advertised as an aphrodisiac in ancient times? We are talking about ancient Egypt, of course, and what did they know then... They built colossal structures shrouded in great secrets, so maybe they did know something? In any case, it is time for asparagus again. Therefore, this delicious recipe with roast beef, a lean cut of beef from the striploin, rump, topside, flank, cauliflower or mouse of a cow.