Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. frozen asparagus
  • 1 (12 oz.) can whole kernel corn
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. corn liquid
  • 1/2 c. grated cheese
  • 1 egg, well beaten
  • 1 Tbsp. minced parsley
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. celery salt
  • 1/2 c. blanched almonds, slivered and toasted

Method

  • Cook asparagus slightly less time than package directions. Drain corn, reserving liquid.
  • Stir flour into melted butter; blend well.
  • Stir milk and corn liquid gradually into flour mixture.
  • Bring to boil, stirring constantly.
  • Add cheese, egg, parsley, salt and celery salt; stir well until mixture thickens. Add almonds.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Layer corn, asparagus and sauce in a greased 3-quart baking dish.
  • Bake, covered, at 350° for about 20 minutes.
  • Serves 6.