Ingredients

1 pound fresh or frozen asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/2 cups milk, divided2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1-1/2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseToast points or biscuits

Preparation

In a saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside.

In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in cornstarch, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Add parsley, ham, eggs, cheese and asparagus; cook and stir over low heat until ham is warmed and cheese is melted. Serve over toast points or biscuits.