3 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 1/2 c. milk
4 oz. grated cheddar cheese
1 pkg. frozen peas or canned peas
1 1/2 c. thinly sliced onion (parboiled 5 minutes)
1 1/2 c. cubed, cooked ham
12 saltine crackers
2 tbsp. parsley

Melt butter, blend in flour, paprika and pepper. Slowly blend in milk, bring to boil, stir constantly. Turn off heat, stir in cheese. In a lightly greased 2 quart casserole, layer peas, onion, ham, crackers and sauce. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes or until bubbly. 4 to 6 servings.