2 cup asparagus, fresh, 2 lengths
1 can cream of mushroom soup
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 can french fried onion ring, 3oz
Directions
Butter a casserole dish. Put a layer of asparagus on bottom then add
soup. Next add mushrooms and half the cheese. Add second layer of
asparagus and end with a layer of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30
minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle onion rings on top and return to
oven for 5 minutes more.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Casserole; Main Dish; Vegetable
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