Spargel in weisser sosse (white asparagus in white sauce)

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
29ouncesWhite Asparagus; (2 Cans)
2tablespoonsMargarine
2tablespoonsUnbleached Flour
½cup;Asparagus Liquid
½cupMilk
4ouncesHam;Cut into Julienne Strips
teaspoonNutmeg; Freshly Grated
¼teaspoonSalt

Directions

Drain asparagus spears, reserving ½ 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.