Scalloped Asparagus

Ingredients

      1/4  c     Butter or margarine     
      1/4  c     All-purpose flour     
      1  t     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     
 
Instructions
             
      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. 

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