Serves 6

Heat the oil in a large frying pan, then fry the bacon until golden.
Remove set aside, leaving the oil in the pan.
Add the chicken to the pan and lightly fry for 4-5 mins to brown on both sides.
Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in a pan of salted boiling water for 10 mins or until tender. Cook the asparagus in a steamer over the potatoes for 6-8 mins or simply boil with the potatoes for the last 6-8mins.
Pour the cider over the chicken, bring to the boil then reduce heat.
Put the bacon back in the pan and simmer for 10-15 mins until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the cornflour paste until lightly thickened.
Add the double cream and season. Stir in the drained vegetables and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Break the asparagus into short lengths, discarding hard ends of stems. Cook in the stock until tender.
Reserve the tips for garnish.
Blend.
Make a roux of flour and butter.
Add the blended asparagus, stock and the milk.
Season to taste.
Serve with a swirl of cream and the asparagus tips.