Asparagus spamelt

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsButter or margarine
¼cupFlour
2cupsMilk
¾cupShredded sharp cheddar cheese, divi
¼teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonWhite pepper
8slicesSpam (12 oz. can)
24Asparagus spears, fresh or frozen,
¼cupMild salsa
½cupButtered bread crumbs

Directions

Heat oven to 375 degrees. In saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour and cook until thick. Gradually stir in milk and cook until bubbly and thickened. Stir in ½ cup Cheddar cheese, salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Spread the 2¾ x 3 ½ inch slices of Spam in bottom of 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Put Spam in oven for 5 minutes to soften for easier rolling. Cook asparagus spears for 4 minutes. Cool slightly and place 3 spears on each Spam slice. Roll up. Fasten with toothpick, if needed. Place in the pan. Cover with cheese sauce.

Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup cheese. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Yield: 6 servings