1.   Add chicken pieces, if using, and chopped cilantro and cook a minute more.

2.   Add the garlic and cook another minute, then add this mess to the casserole, along with the sugar, vinegar, thyme, salt and pepper.

3.   Add to the asparagus and mushrooms, and cook another minute, until asparagus is firm but tender.

4.   Add the cup of Armagnac or Cognac, and cook a minute.

5.   Add the flour and cook another minute, stirring with a wooden spoon.

6.   Add the oyster sauce, stir and cook another minute and serve.

7.   Add the rum, if using it, and cook another minute to boil off the alcohol.

8.   Add oil to pan and cook another minute.

9.   Add the garlic and cook another minute.

10.   Add the garlic, cook another minute, then add all the other ingredients, including the turkey or chicken meat.