My mom made these Ham Asparagus Rolls often growing up, usually as part of our Sunday dinner. They are so delicious! I love asparagus in all forms but wrapped in ham it’s absolutely fantastic!
We never ate it with a cheese sauce, since the boys in my family don’t like cheese, and I really can say I like these served with or without the sauce!
Fresh asparagus spears wrapped in thinly sliced ham, served with a cheesy bechamel sauce!
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Recipe
Ham Asparagus Rolls
Ingredients
- 24 fresh fresh asparagus spears
- 8 slices ham , thinly sliced and fully cooked
For the cheese sauce (optional):
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Oven Method--(works well if cooking for a large group):
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Add about 2 ½ cups of a water to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring water to a boil.
- Add asparagus and blanch for only about 1 minute. Remove asparagus to a plate.
- Place 3 asparagus spears in each ham slice. Roll up and secure with a toothpick. (I usually cut the toothpicks in half and secure with half a toothpick.)
- Place rolls in a large casserole dish. Top with cheese sauce, if desired.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until tender.
Saute Method--For a quick dinner:
- Add about 2 ½ cups of a water to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring water to a boil.
- Add asparagus and cook just until tender (about 3-4 minutes). Remove asparagus to a plate and empty water out of skillet.
- Place 3 asparagus spears in each ham slice. Roll up and secure with a toothpick. (I usually cut the toothpicks in half and secure with half a toothpick.)
- Place the large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to the large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ham wrapped asparagus to the pan and gently brown on all sides. Top with cheese sauce, if desired.
For the Cheese Sauce:
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and whisk to form a thick paste (but don't let it brown).
- Slowly whisk in milk and stir until smooth. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and add grated cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted.
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Quick easy and yummy. Served this with brown rice. Thank you!
This has become one of my favorite recipes!
MMM! I could eat like 3 of those for dinner! YUM!