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.