Cheesy Asparagus Casserole |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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MY SISTER created this recipe and shared it with me. I always serve it on special holidays, particularly Easter. My husband says he hates asparagus, but he loves this casserole. He doesn't know he's eating his enemy vegetable ! -Joyce Allison, Millsap, Texas Ingredients:
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
1/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk or half-and-half cream |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
6 hard-cooked eggs, sliced |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup crushed potato chips |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well; set aside.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add salt and pepper.
3. In an ungreased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish, layer half of the asparagus. Cover with half of the eggs, cheese and sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with potato chips.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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