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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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I love this delicious recipe because it includes three of my favorite locally produced foodsham, asparagus and cheese. Prepared with leftover Easter ham and fresh asparagus, these rolls make an excellent springtime meal. Laurie Timm Minneiska, Minnesota Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter |
1/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon white pepper |
24 fresh or frozen asparagus spears |
8 thin slices fully cooked ham (about 1/2 pound) |
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs |
Directions:
1. In a saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
2. Stir in cheese, salt and pepper. Remove from the heat. Place three asparagus spears on each ham slice. Roll up; secure with toothpicks if necessary.
3. Place in 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; top with cheese sauce. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 8 servings.
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