Asparagus Ham Fettuccine

Serving: 2

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
• 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/2 pound fully cooked ham, julienned
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (I
  
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage (I have used dry sage and have doubled it)
  
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

Cook the fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil; add asparagus. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place in ice water; drain and set aside.
In a skillet, saute the ham, walnuts, onion, sage and pepper in oil until onion is tender. Add asparagus; cook and stir for 1 minute. Drain fettuccine; toss with ham mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.