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Fresh Asparagus And Cheese Sauce On Toast
Ingredients
1 bunch fresh asparagus (200 grams)
2 slices grained toast (60 grams)
Cheese sauce
2 teaspoons margarine (10 grams)
1 tabsp plain flour (12.5 grams)
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¾ cup non-fat milk (187ml)
¼ cup grated low fat cheese (30grams)
Method
Cut and discard bottom third of asparagus, wash well.
Place asparagus in a microwave dish with heads turned towards the middle in a fan shape.
Cover with plastic wrap, add 2 steam holes and microwave for 4 minutes.
Prepare the cheese sauce by melting the margarine in a measuring cup in the microwave.
Stir in the flour and mustard to form a smooth paste.
Stir and slowly add the milk.
Return to the microwave, stirring periodically and cooking until thick and smooth.
Place cooked asparagus on 2 pieces of toast.
Pour over sauce, sprinkle with paprika and serve.
Serves : 1
Nutrients per Serve :
KJ 1318, Calories 318, Carbohydrates(grams) 23.8, Fat(grams) 15.8, Protein(grams) 19.6
Note
Egg Free, Vegetarian