Dutch White Asparagus With Ham Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel the white asparagus and trim the ends. Place them in a large pot of salted boiling water and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
• STEP 2.While the asparagus is cooking, prepare the hollandaise sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
• STEP 3.Slowly pour the melted butter into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens. Keep warm.
• STEP 4.Once the asparagus is cooked, remove from the pot and drain. Arrange the asparagus on a serving platter and top with slices of ham and boiled eggs.
• STEP 5.Drizzle the hollandaise sauce over the asparagus and serve immediately.

Cooking Tips

• Choose fresh and firm white asparagus for the best flavor and texture.
• Be careful not to overcook the asparagus, as it can become mushy.
• If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the hollandaise sauce with a simple vinaigrette dressing.

Storage and Serving

• Dutch White Asparagus with Ham is best served immediately while the asparagus is still warm and tender.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, gently steam the asparagus until warmed through and serve with fresh hollandaise sauce.