Ingredients
3/4 cup water6 tablespoons butter3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, dividedFILLING:1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup diced onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 cups diced fully cooked ham
Preparation
In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour and salt all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each; beat until smooth. Stir in 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
Using 1/4 cupfuls of dough, form a ring around the sides of a greased 10-in. quiche pan or pie plate (mounds should touch). Top with the remaining cheese. Bake at 400° for 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook asparagus in a small amount of water for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; add cheeses and stir until melted.
Stir in ham and asparagus; spoon into ring. Serve immediately.
