Title: Scalloped Asparagus
Categories: Appetizer Vegetable Salad Cheese Microwave
Yield: 6 Servings
| 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.