Angel Hair Pasta w/ Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 3/4 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch slices
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 to 3 cloves fresh garlic
• 6oz ham, cut into thin strips
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• grated parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper to taste
• garlic salt

Instructions:

In a pot of salted, boiling water, cook the asparagus for 3 minutes. Drain and submerge in ice water for 1 minute, then set aside. Melt the butter in a sauce pan, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add the ham and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Add the asparagus tips and cream and stir gently over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cream thickens. Season with salt, pepper and garlic salt. Cook the fresh angel hair in a large pot of salted, boiling water until al dente. Drain and place back in the large pot and add the cream mixture. Toss well, then add 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese. Serve hot with additional parmesan on top.