Ham and Asparagus Casserole

Ham and Asparagus Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chicagoland Ham slices
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed, rinsed and steamed until tender
  • 4 Tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 4 Tablespoons flour
  • 2 Cups whole milk
  • 6-8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 Teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Melt butter in skillet; add flour stirring to blend.
  3. Add milk and cook until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat; add cheese, horseradish, salt and pepper, stirring until cheese is melted.
  5. In oven-proof casserole, layer first the Chicagoland Ham slices, then the asparagus and top with cheese sauce.
  6. Bake 30 minutes until heated. (Fresh broccoli may be substituted for asparagus.)