Asparagus With Cheese Sauce

1. 1

   In a large micro-wave safe glass bowl, heat butter about 50 seconds on high, or until melted.

2. 2

   Whisk in the 2 tablespoons of flour and 1 cup of heated milk.

3. 3

   Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

4. 4

   Place in microwave and cook on high for 2 minutes, pausing to whisk thoroughly every 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Season to taste with salt and whisk again.

6. 6

   Set cheese sauce aside.

7. 7

   Bend asparagus until they break at a natural point; discard ends.

8. 8

   Place asparagus spears in a microwavable glass covered dish, with half the spears going one way, and half the spears going the other way.

9. 9

   Add 1/4 cup water to the dish.

10. 10

    Cook, covered, for 6-7 minutes on high, pausing to turn dish every 2 minutes and checking asparagus for doneness.

11. 11

    Reheat sauce for 1 minute on high before adding to asparagus, if necessary (you may not need all the sauce).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.