1 tb Diet margarine
1 lb Fat-trimmed hamsteak
3/4 c Unsalted, fat-skimmed beef
-broth or water
1 lb Fresh asparagus, diagonally
-sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 Clove minced garlic
1 ts Ground ginger
1 tb Cornstarch
1 tb Sherry or white wine
1 ts Light soy sauce
Melt margarine in large non-stick skillet. Add
hamsteak; brown on both sides over moderate heat.
Transfer to cutting board. Combine broth, asparagus,
garlic and ginger in skillet. Simmer uncovered, just
until asparagus is tender-crunchy, 3-5 minutes
depending on thickness. Meanwhile, slice hamsteak very
thinly. Blend cornstarch with wine and soy to make a
paste; stir into skillet, until sauce simmers and
thickens. Stir in ham slices and heat through.
