Scalloped asparagus

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Preparation Time:

10 Min

Serves:

Difficulty:

Easy

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Main Ingredients:

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Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:

1/4 c Butter or margarine
1/4 c All-purpose flour
1 ts Salt
2 c Milk
1 1/2 c Grated sharp Cheddar cheese
20 oz Frozen cut-up asparagus,
-thawed
1/2 c Toasted slivered almonds
Paprika

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 1/2 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.