Scalloped Asparagus

Oct 25,2006 00:00 by naveena
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.