Asparagus With Cheese Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus With Cheese Sauce

• 1 pound asparagus
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk (heated)
• Cheddar Cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make Asparagus With Cheese Sauce

1. Wash and snap off the tough ends of the asparagus.
2. In a large microwave-safe glass bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter on high for 50-60 seconds, or until melted.
3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth.
4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heated milk until smooth and creamy.
5. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
6. Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring halfway through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Set the cheese sauce aside.
8. Arrange asparagus spears in a microwave-safe dish, half going one way and half the other, to ensure even cooking.
9. Add 1/4 cup of water to the dish.
10. Cover the dish and microwave on high for 6-7 minutes, pausing to stir every 2 minutes and checking for doneness. Asparagus should be tender-crisp.
11. If necessary, reheat the cheese sauce for 1 minute on high before drizzling generously over the cooked asparagus.