Pasta with Asparagus and ham

1.- Discard tough ends of asparagus and cut the rest in 1 inches pieces. 2.- Heat a large skillet and add the olive oil. Cook the onion until soft then add the garlic and the ham until brown. 3.- Add the almonds and cook for another 3 minutes, then add the asparagus cooking for another 5 minutes. 4.- Add the cornstarch mixing well with all the ingredients before adding the milk, when all is mixed well add salt and pepper, and the cottage cheese. 5.- Mix well adding the fresh basil. 6.- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, drained and pour over a large dish with the asparagus mixture, combining thoroughly.