Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Asparagus Ham Potato Bake

*Recipe from Better Homes & Garden
I've made this A LOT and it's always a winner in my house!

Serves 4


1 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, sliced
1 8-oz. tub light cream cheese spread with chive and onion
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
8 oz. cooked boneless ham, cut in bite-sized slices
1 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut in 2 to 3-inch pieces

Directions:1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In medium saucepan cook potatoes, covered, in small amount of lightly salted boiling water 5 to 7 minutes, just until tender. Drain; transfer to bowl and set aside.


2. For sauce, in same saucepan combine cream cheese, milk, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat and whisk until smooth and cheese is melted. Remove from heat.

3. Layer potatoes, ham, asparagus, and sauce in 1-1/2-quart baking dish. Bake, covered, 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle remaining parmesan cheese. Bake 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Top with freshly ground black pepper.
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