2 lb. fresh asparagus
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tbsp. butter, melted
2 tbsp. plain flour
1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. (2 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese or can use Velveeta

Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Remove scales with vegetable peeler or knife, if desired. Place asparagus in vegetable steamer over boiling water; cover and steam 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Arrange asparagus in a lightly greased 12 x 8 x 2 inch dish. Set aside.

Saute onion in butter; add flour, stir until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stir constantly. Add sour cream, pepper and salt, stir well. Cook over medium heat until well heated but don't boil. Spoon over asparagus. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, and bake until cheese is melted. Makes 8 servings.