Asparagus Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 small box Ritz crackers
2 (15 oz.) cans asparagus spears
1 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
Put a layer of crackers in a 1 1/2 or 2-quart casserole.
Drain asparagus; save juice.
Spread one can asparagus spears on the layer of crackers.
Spread 1/2 pound of the grated cheese over the asparagus.
Dilute soup with 1/2 can of water and/or juice from the asparagus.
Pour 1 cup of diluted soup over cheese.
Repeat directions to make a second layer of ingredients.
Crush or crumble enough Ritz crackers to make a layer covering the mixture.
Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Serves 6 to 8.