Scalloped asparagus

6 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
¼ cup Butter or margarine
¼ cup All-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Salt
2 cups Milk
1½ cup Grated sharp Cheddar cheese
20 ounces Frozen cut-up asparagus, thawed
½ cup Toasted slivered almonds
Paprika

Directions

1. In a 1-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic measuring cup place butter. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 1 minute or until melted.

2. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly.

3. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until thickened and smooth. Stir occasionally.

4. Stir in cheese until melted. 5. Place 1 package of asparagus in a deep, 2-quart, heat- resistant, non-metallic baking dish.

6. Sprinkle ½ of toasted almonds over asparagus. Pour half of sauce over almonds.

7. Repeat layers with remaining asparagus, almonds and sauce.

8. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through.

9. Before serving, sprinkle with paprika, if desired.

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