Ham And Asparagus Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

10 oz. pkg. frozen asparagus or 1 lb., fresh
2 c. cubed, cooked ham
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
2 Tbsp. tapioca
1/2 c. grated cheese
1/2 c. chopped red and green peppers
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 c. evaporated milk
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 c. cream of mushroom soup
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 c. soft bread crumbs

Preparation

Blanch asparagus for 3 minutes in boiling water.
Drain well. Combine asparagus, eggs and ham in 3-quart baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with tapioca. Add cheese, pepper, onion and parsley.
Mix gently. Blend together lemon juice, milk and soup. Add to casserole and mix thoroughly.
Combine bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
Let stand a few minutes before serving.