Asparagus Ham Casserole

• cups rice, cooked↗2
• lb asparagus, sliced↗1
• tablespoons butter↗2
• tablespoons flour↗2
• cup evaporated milk↗1
• cup water↗1
• teaspoon salt↗1
• teaspoon pepper↗1⁄2
• teaspoon Worcestershire sauce↗1⁄2
• cup cheddar cheese, shredded↗1
• cups ham, cubed↗2
• cup almonds, slivered↗1⁄4

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place cooked rice in the bottom of a well greased 10x6 baking dish.

2. 2

   Top with sliced asparagus.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a saucepan; blend in flour.

4. 4

   Add evaporated milk and water; cook until thickened.

5. 5

   Turn off heat.

6. 6

   Add salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.

7. 7

   Add cheese and ham.

8. 8

   Pour over rice mixture.

9. 9

   Sprinkle with almonds.

10. 10

    Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 minutes.