Scalloped Asparagus(Microwave Oven Recipe)  
["1/4 c. butter or margarine", "1 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese", "1/2 c. toasted slivered almonds", "1 tsp. salt", "2 lb. fresh asparagus", "1/4 c. flour", "paprika", "2 c. milk", "1/4 c. water"]
["Place asparagus in shallow dish with water.", "Cover tightly with plastic wrap.", "Cook on High 8 minutes or until tender; drain."]
["butter", "Cheddar cheese", "almonds", "salt", "fresh asparagus", "flour", "paprika", "milk", "water"]