Asparagus Surprise Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 to 1 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus
1/2 lb. Cheddar cheese
2 cans mushroom soup
instant potatoes

Preparation

Brown meat and onion.
Add seasonings.
Spoon into 9 x 13-inch pan.
Cover with asparagus, then cheese.
Spoon soup over layer. Heat 2 1/2 cups water and 2 cups milk until hot, not boiling.
Add butter, salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon over casserole.
Sprinkle a few dry instant flakes on top.
Bake 1 hour at 375\u00b0.