Side Dish Recipe: Wisconsin Parmesan Sauce and Asparagus

Wisconsin Parmesan Sauce and Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated Wisconsin Parmesan cheese
• 2 pounds cooked, drained asparagus

Procedures:

1. In 2 quart saucepan melt butter; stir in flour and salt. Gradually stir in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cook an additional 2 minutes.
2. Gradually add Parmesan cheese; stirring until cheese is melted.
3. Add asparagus; reheat over very low heat.

Makes 8 servings.