ASPARAGUS WITH WHITE SAUCE

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The sauce is old fashioned white sauce that ws popular in the 50s. It is also good on broccoli.

Provided by Beverley Williams

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh asparagus
2 Tbsp shortening
1 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
1 c milk, warm
2 slice american cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Place water in bottom of steamer and bring to a boil.
  • 2. While water is heating, trim tough ends off the asparagus stalks. If the asparagus is tough peel them slightly.
  • 3. Place asparagus in top of steamer. Steam them 5 to 10 minutes or until tender.
  • 4. While it is steaming, Melt butter and shortening in a small skillet.
  • 5. Sprinkle with the flour, stirring constantly until mixed.
  • 6. Slowly add warm milk stirring constantly. Add the cheese and keep stirring until cheese is melted.
  • 7. Place asparagus on serving plate, pour sauce over it. Serve immediately.

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