Cheesy Asparagus Casserole

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 6 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup crushed potato chips

1. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well; set aside.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add salt and pepper.
3. In an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer half of the asparagus. Cover with half of the eggs, cheese and sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with potato chips.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350u0b0 for 30 minutes or until heated through.

fresh asparagus, butter, allpurpose, milk, salt, pepper, eggs, cheddar cheese, potato chips

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cheesy-asparagus-casserole/ (may not work)