Asparagus And Ham Sauce Recipe

• 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 lb Asparagus, cut into 2-inch-long pcs
• 1 c. Diced boiled ham, ( 1/4 lb.)
• 3/4 c. White wine
• 2 c. Chicken broth
• 6 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, cut into pcs and chilled
• 1/2 tsp Salt, or possibly to taste
• 1/4 tsp Freshly grnd black pepper

1. In a large skillet, over moderate heat, heat the oil and saute/fry the asparagus till lightly browned, 3 to 4 min.
2. Remove the asparagus from the pan and set them aside while you make the sauce.
3. Add in the ham to the skillet and cook 2 to 3 min, till lightly browned.
4. Over high hear, add in the wine and boil till it is reduced to about 1/4 c.. Add in the chicken broth, and reduce by a third.
5. Lower the heat and whisk the butter into the sauce to thicken it.
6. Season with the salt and pepper.

extra virgin olive oil, boiled ham, white wine, chicken broth, unsalted butter, salt, freshly grnd black pepper

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/asparagus-and-ham-sauce-70702 (may not work)