White Asparagus In White Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans white asparagus, drained reserving liquid
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons unbleached flour
1/2 cup asparagus water
1/2 cup milk
4 ounces cooked ham, cut into julienne strips
1/3 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Drain asparagus spears, reserving 1/2 cup of the liquid.
Heat margarine in a saucepan.
Add flour; blend.
Gradually pour in asparagus liquid and milk.
Stir constantly over low heat until sauce thickens and bubbles.
Add cooked ham and seasonings.
Gently stir in asparagus spears; heat through but do not boil.
Serve in preheated serving dish.