Creamed Ham And Asparagus - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh or frozen asparagus, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. milk, divided
2 Tbsp. butter or oleo
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1 1/2 lb. cubed cooked ham
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped (optional)
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

In a saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, mix cornstarch and 2 tablespoons milk.
Add butter, salt, pepper and remaining milk.
Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Add parsley, ham, eggs, cheese and asparagus; cook and stir over low heat until ham is warmed and cheese melted.
Serve over toast or biscuits.
Yield:
4 to 6 servings.