Spring Casserole of Crab, Asparagus, and Spaghetti

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 5 people

Categories: Casserole, Main Dish, Seafood

Ingredients

  • 1 cup spaghetti , broken into 2-inch pieces, cooked as directed on package, and drained
  • 2 lbs asparagus , tough ends snapped off, and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 12 ounces crabmeat , flaked and picked over
  • 1⁄3; cup slivered almond
  • Cheddar Cheese Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • fresh ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. To make cheese sauce: in a medium saucepan over medium heat, let the butter melt.

  2. Add in the flour; stir until bubbly.

  3. Add in the milk, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste; stir for about 2 minutes or until thickened.

  4. Add in wine and cheese; stir for 1 minute or until smooth.

  5. To make the casserole: In a mixing bowl, add the spaghetti, asparagus, and crab; stir to mix.

  6. Transfer mixture to a lightly greased 11×8 inch baking dish.

  7. Pour cheese sauce over all.

  8. Sprinkle with almonds.

  9. Bake in a 350° oven, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

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