29 oz white asparagus,(2 cans)
2 T unbleached flour
1/2 c milk
1/8 t nutmeg, freshly grated
2 T margarine
1/2 c ,asparagus liquid
4 oz ham, cut into julienne strips
1/4 t salt
1. Drain asparagus spears, reserving 1/2 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.
2. Add cooked ham and seasonings. Gently stir in asparagus spears; heat through but do not boil. Serve in preheated serving dish.
