Asparagus with Cheese Sauce
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20 Min
Prep : 20 Min
While you are microwaving the asparagus, you can prepare the creamy cheese sauce. Now, that's efficient!
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8 Servings
Original recipe yields 8 Servings
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1
2 lb. (900 g) fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
2
1/4 cup water
3
3 Tbsp. butter
4
2 Tbsp. flour
5
1 cup milk
6
1 cup Cracker Barrel Shredded Double Cheddar Cheese
7
1 Tbsp. orange zest
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Step 1
Place asparagus in shallow microwaveable casserole dish. Add water. Microwave on HIGH 4 to 5 min. or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Step 2
Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour. Gradually add milk, mixing well after each addition. Cook 2 to 3 min. or until thickened, stirring frequently. Add cheese; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended. Remove from heat. Step 3
Drain asparagus; place on plate. Top with cheese sauce; sprinkle with orange zest. Nutrition
Calories
120
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value
Total fat 9 g
14 %
Saturated fat 5 g
25 %
Cholesterol 25 mg
Sodium 125 mg
5 %
Total carbohydrate 7 g
2 %
Dietary fibre 2 g
8 %
Sugars 3 g
Protein 6 g
Vitamin A
20 %
Vitamin C
10 %
Calcium
10 %
Iron
6 %
Servings
8 servings, 1/8 recipe (120 g) each
Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.
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