20 medium stalks of asparagus
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. butter
3 oz. package of deli sliced smoked ham

In a medium pan place one inch of water on the bottom. Pour in lemon juice. Place a metal steam in pan; cut the asparagus into equal lengths and arrange in the pan. Add pepper and butter on top. Steam for 5 minutes. Cut smoked ham into twenty strips, one oz. package should be sufficient. Remove the asparagus from steamer. Cool for two minutes. Wrap the asparagus diagonally with the smoked ham. Serve immediately or can be served cool. Servings 10.