1 lb. fresh asparagus
Salted water
Dash of sugar
6 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. flour
1 tbsp. minced onion
2 c. milk
1/2-1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c. sliced American cheese
3 hard boiled eggs, diced
1/4 c. buttered bread crumbs

Wash and peel asparagus, breaking off the tough ends. Cut the stalks into 1" lengths. Cook until tender in salted water with a dash of sugar. Drain. Melt butter and stir in flour and onion. Add the milk and garlic and cook over low heat until thick and smooth. Stir in half the cheese. Combine the cooked asparagus with the sauce. On the bottom of a casserole, put a layer of asparagus, then one of diced hard boiled eggs. Repeat layer of asparagus and eggs. Top with a layer of asparagus. Top with bread crumbs and remaining cheese. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. 4 servings.