Asparagus Onion Casserole |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces |
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2 packages (10 oz each) asparagus cuts, thawed |
2 medium onions, sliced |
5 tbsp butter, divided |
2 tbsp all purpose flour |
1 cup milk |
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, cubed |
1 tsp salt |
1/8 tsp pepper |
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup soft bread crumbs |
Directions:
1. In a skillet, sauté the asparagus and onions in 1 Tbsp of butter until crisp tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to an ungreased 1 1/2 quart baking dish. In a saucepan, melt 2 Tbsp butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cream cheese, salt and pepper; stir until cheese is melted. Pour over the vegetables. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.
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