ASPARAGUS ON TOAST POINTS

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At home in Cody, Wyoming, Wendy Prevost relies on this springtime specialty for family and friends. It's no fuss to double for a crowd. And, as Wendy says, "It's a cinch to make, delightful to present and delicious to eat!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons plus 4 teaspoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
4 slices bread, toasted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well; set aside. , In a small saucepan, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, pepper and nutmeg. Gradually add broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. , Melt remaining butter; spread over one side of each slice of toast. Cut each slice into four triangles; arrange in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with asparagus and white sauce. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 489mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.