Asparagus Quiche

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   Cut eight Asparagus spears into 4 inch pieces; cut remaining spears into 2 inch pieces.

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   Cook all of the asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside.

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   Line the unpricked Pastry Shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450 for 5 minutes.

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   Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Remove from the oven and set aside.

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   In a saucepan over medium heat, melt Butter; stir in Flour and Salt.

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   Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened.

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   Stir a small amount into eggs; return all to pan.

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   Stir in Cheese and 1/2 inch Asparagus pieces. Pour into crust.

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   Sprinkle with Bread Crumbs.

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    Bake at 400 for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Arrange the 4 inch Asparagus pieces in a spoke pattern on top. Yield:

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    6 - 8 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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