Asparagus Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 med. onions, sliced
5 Tbsp. butter, divided
2 Tbsp. flour
1 c. milk
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cubed
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. Cheddar cheese, grated
1 c. soft bread crumbs

Preparation

In a skillet, saute asparagus and onions in 1 tablespoon butter until crisp tender (about 8 minutes).
Transfer to ungreased 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in saucepan.
Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk.
Bring to a boil.
Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat.
Add cream cheese, salt and pepper.
Stir until cheese is melted.
Pour over vegetables.
Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs.
Sprinkle over casserole.
Bake uncovered at 350\u00b0 for 35-40 minutes.