Asparagus-Almond Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 2 medium cans asparagus
• 1 1/2 cups grated cheese
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• Cracker crumbs
• Butter

Instructions

1. Melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add flour, salt and pepper until blended. Add milk. Place a layer of drained asparagus, half the cheese, half the almonds and half the sauce. Repeat once more. Sprinkle with crumbs and dots of butter.
2. Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes.