Asparagus Casserole

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   Preheat the oven to 350F.

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   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.

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   Whisk in the flour to make a roux.

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   Cook for 1 minute, and then whisk in the milk and the asparagus liquid.

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   Add the salt and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

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   Add the grated cheese and stir until its melted, about 1 minute.

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   Arrange the asparagus in the bottom of a 9 x 12 x 2-inch baking dish, alternating the stem ends so each serving includes both heads and stems.

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   Thinly slice the eggs and arrange them over the asparagus.

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   Pour the cheese sauce over the eggs and asparagus and sprinkle with the cracker crumbs.

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    Bake the casserole for 20 minutes, or until it is lightly browned and bubbles appear around the edges.

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    You can substitute fresh asparagus for canned, but be sure to trim the tough ends and steam before using.

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    Because you wont have any extra asparagus liquid from the can, use 2 cups milk.

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    Using the liquid from the canned asparagus intensifies the flavor of the sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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