Cooking : Asparagus Ham Fettuccine

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
1 green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup 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.