Asparagus-Egg Bake
["1 lb. fresh asparagus", "1/4 tsp. salt", "1 1/2 c. uncooked egg noodles", "pinch of cayenne pepper", "3 Tbsp. butter or margarine", "3 ??? flour", "1 1/3 c. milk", "5 to 6 hard-boiled eggs", "1 c. grated or cubed Cheddar cheese"]
["Wash and trim asparagus.", "Cook in unsalted, boiling water until almost tender.", "Drain the spears, reserving liquid.", "Add 3 cups water to liquid and bring to a boil.", "Stir in egg noodles and cook until limp but still slightly firm.", "Drain well."]
["fresh asparagus", "salt", "egg noodles", "cayenne pepper", "butter", "flour", "milk", "eggs", "Cheddar cheese"]