*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       White Asparagus In Ham Sauce

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                        -----lisa crawley  tspn00b-----
   2      cans          white asparagus 14 1/2 oz ea
   2      tablespoons   butter
   2      tablespoons   flour
     1/2  cup           reserved cooking liquid from -- asparagus
     1/2  cup           milk
   4      ounces        cooked lean ham -- julienned
     1/8  teaspoon      nutmeg
     1/4  teaspoon      salt

Drain asparagus; reserve 1/2 c liquid.  Heat butter in saucepan. Add flour;
blend.  Gradually pour in asparagus liquid and milk; stir constantly over low
heat until sauce thickens and bubbles. Add ham and seasonings. Gently stir in
asparagus; heat through, do not boil. Serve in preheated serving dish.





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