# @uncomplicatedchef on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DJINV8xN2H8
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/30118364-uncomplicatedchef-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-05-01T22:53:22.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Albana/Food Blogger (@uncomplicatedchef) — https://gondola.cc/uncomplicatedchef

## Caption

I wrapped some asparagus in ham, smothered it in a creamy parmesan mornay sauce, and baked it until it was bubbly and golden brown. It’s like fancy comfort food, but without the stress. It’s so good, I’m definitely making it again.

Ham and Asparagus Gratin with Parmesan Mornay Sauce

Ingredients (serves 4)

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
For the gratin:
1 bunch of asparagus (trimmed)
8 slices of ham (prosciutto or cooked ham)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Mornay sauce:
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups whole milk (warm)
1 egg yolk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Salt and white pepper, to taste

Instructions

Boil salted water and cook asparagus for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Transfer to an ice bath, then drain and pat dry. ( you can use fresh if you like a little crunch)
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Gradually add warm milk, whisking constantly until thickened (5–7 minutes). Remove from heat. Add ½ cup Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper and mustard. Add the egg yolk. Stir until smooth.
Preheat oven to 375°F 
Wrap 3–4 asparagus spears in each ham slice.
Arrange bundles in a greased baking dish.
Pour the Parmesan Mornay sauce evenly over them.
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let cool slightly before serving.

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