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.)

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