Savory Ham and Asparagus Delight with Zesty Hollandaise Drizzle

Ingredients

• 1 package of hollandaise sauce mix weighing 0.9 ounces, like the one from Knorr®
• 1 cup of whole milk
• ¼ cup of butter
• 1 pound of fresh asparagus with the ends trimmed
• 4 slices of deli-style honey ham, each sliced in half lengthwise
• ½ teaspoon of freeze-dried dill

Step 1

Combine the sauce mix and milk in a saucepan, gently whisking over medium-low heat until well blended. Introduce the butter into the mix, allowing it to melt smoothly as you stir and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally until it thickens to a delightful consistency, roughly for about a minute. Set it aside to cool down a bit before proceeding.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a generously salted pot of boiling water, cook the asparagus for a brief 3 minutes. Once done, drain the asparagus and quickly run it under cold water to halt the cooking process. Place the blanched asparagus on a cutting board and gently pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Now, take a slice of ham and lovingly wrap it around a cluster of 4 asparagus spears, arranging them neatly on a serving tray. Repeat this process with the remaining asparagus and ham slices to create a visually appealing display. Carefully drizzle the prepared hollandaise sauce over the asparagus bundles and sprinkle them with fresh dill for an extra touch of flavor and elegance.