1/4 c  Butter or margarine
1/4 c  All-purpose flour
1 ts Salt
2 c  Milk
1 1/2 c  Grated sharp Cheddar cheese
20 oz Frozen cut-up asparagus,
-thawed
1/2 c  Toasted slivered almonds
Paprika

1. In a 1-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic measuring cup place butter.
Heat, uncovered, in e Oven 1 minute or until melted. 2. Stir in
flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. 3.
Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until thickened and smooth.
Stir occasionally. 4. Stir in cheese until melted. 5. Place 1 package of
asparagus in a deep, 2-quart, heat- resistant, non-metallic baking dish. 6.
Sprinkle 1/2 of toasted almonds over asparagus. Pour half of sauce over
almonds. 7. Repeat layers with remaining asparagus, almonds and sauce. 8.
Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through.
9. Before serving, sprinkle with paprika, if desired.