Asparagus Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 can Green Giant spears or 1 lb. fresh spears, tendered in lightly salted water
1 c. cream of celery or mushroom soup
8 oz. sour cream
10 Ritz crackers, crushed
1/2 c. Pepperidge Farm dressing
3/4 c. Cheddar cheese, shredded

Preparation

Drain asparagus (keep juice).
Mix next 3 ingredients.
Line baking dish with half the mixture.
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes before adding asparagus, at 325\u00b0.
Add asparagus; top with remaining mix.
Sprinkle with dry Pepperidge dressing.
Cover well with mild/medium cheese.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for 45 to 50 minutes or to a toasty brown.