Asparagus Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

15 to 20 asparagus tips (frozen may be used)
5 hard-cooked eggs
4 Tbsp. margarine
4 Tbsp. flour
2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/6 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. grated cheese
1 c. buttered bread crumbs

Preparation

Cut asparagus into 1-inch lengths.
Cook until barely tender. Make a cream sauce of margarine, flour, milk and seasonings. Arrange alternate layers of asparagus, sliced cooked eggs, cream sauce and cheese in greased 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Sprinkle with buttered crumbs.
Bake in a moderate oven, 350\u00b0 for 30 minutes. Serves 6.