Saucy Chicken and Asparagus

I discovered this lovely recipe a few years ago. We are hoping to get enough asparagus in the garden to enjoy weeks of it. Our little patch is still in humble beginnings. We did get to eat this once this spring.

• 1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus spears, halved ( I put in as much as I can)
  
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( We do between 6-8 to feed the family)
  
• 2 tablespoons canola oil (Or Vegetable oil)
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Yes, I use Miracle Whip)
  
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (oops, I don't use this)
  
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

• If desired, partially cook asparagus; (I would suggest very lightly cooked or not at all.)drain. Place the asparagus in a greased 9-in. (9X13) square baking dish. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in oil on both sides. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange chicken over asparagus.
• In a bowl, mix soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry powder; pour over chicken. Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until the chicken is tender and juices run clear. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 4 servings. (See above)
  

Mother's Day Recipes

I had a fantastic Mother's Day. How could I not have one with fantastic children I have. I also have fantastic mothers! We had lots of food and invited the family to drop in for a bite. Here are some of the recipes that were requested.
Lemon Fruit Dip
2 c. reduced fat sour cream (Oops! I used a carton of regular)
1 pkg. sugar free instant vanilla pudding (Oops again! I used regular)
1/4 c. fat free milk (1% for us)
4 tsp lemon juice (I just squeezed the whole lemon)
1 tsp. grated lemon peel (Was I supposed to measure?)
It was fantastic. I loved it with the melons.

Oriental Salad
Originally from my bestest friend-Lesley. I made a change on purpose and accidentally left out something.
1 pkg coleslaw (I should have doubled this)
8 tsp. sesame seeds toasted (I just poured them in the pan)
1 c. almonds toasted (I used cashews and added a little more)
4 green onions sliced
1 pkg. Ramen noodles, crushed no seasoning packet (This is what I accidentally forgot)

Dressing:
3 T. Rice vinegar
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. sugar

Some of our other menu items:
8 pound barbecued roast
Skewered chicken
Potato Salad
That Shrimp Salad
Layered Rainbow Jello
Acini Salad
Deviled Eggs
And lots of yummy desserts
The best thing of all were the guests. Delicious!