| Scalloped Asparagus
1/4 cup of butter or margarine
1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of salt
2 cups of milk
1 1/2 cups of grated sharp Cheddar cheese
20 ounces of Frozen cut-up asparagus,
1/2 cup of Toasted slivered almonds
Paprika |
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In a 1-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic measuring cup place butter. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 1 minute or until melted. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until thickened and smooth. Stir occasionally. Stir in cheese until melted. Place 1 package of asparagus in a deep, 2-quart, heat- resistant, non-metallic baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 of toasted almonds over asparagus. Pour half of sauce over almonds. Repeat layers with remaining asparagus, almonds and sauce. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through. Before serving, sprinkle with paprika, if desired. From Geminis MASSIVE MealMaster collection at www.synapse.com/~gemini
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