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Honey-Cured Ham and Asparagus Pizza

Contributed by: NAPSA

By David Woolley

Ham It Up All Year (NAPSA) - Whether it's in an omelet for breakfast, stacked high on a sandwich for lunch or the centerpiece of a dinnertime meal, ham's versatility makes it a hero in many households. Ham is a great fit for busy, health-conscious lifestyles and gives at-home cooks a variety of options, for everyday meals.

"Most Americans think of ham as a treat for special occasions and holidays, but many don't realize ham's versatility," says Pamela Johnson, Director of Consumer Communications for the Pork Information Bureau of the National Pork Board. "As a snack for a child's birthday party or a picnic among friends, ham is appealing to a variety of lifestyles and works in creative meals, whether as the starring role or as a flavor-boosting ingredient."

In addition to that sweet, smoky flavor, ham is lean and simple to serve. With only about 123 calories and five grams of fat per three-ounce serving, lean ham is a healthful choice and packs a powerful nutrient punch.

Chef Shares Secrets for Hammin' It Up

America's home cooks are always looking for great-tasting and convenient meal ideas for everyday dining. To offer inspiration to cooks of all ability levels, a well-known chef shares his recipe for adding ham to everyday meals. Just like busy home cooks, professional chefs need to have quick and easy, family-pleasing meal ideas in their back pockets.

David Woolley is the head chef at The Fort, a renowned restaurant in Morrison, Colo. Woolley also praises the versatility of ham, "With my busy schedule, making a meal at home often calls for last-minute solutions. I often turn to ham because it provides variety to any meal made in minutes-whether it's breakfast, lunch, dinner or even a quick snack." For a quick fix, Woolley suggests serving Honey-Cured Ham and Asparagus Pizza. "Have fun and be creative when planning meals. Ham mixes well with simple ingredients to create intense flavor combinations, perfect for adding flavor to any day of the week," suggests Woolley.

Try this easy and mouth-watering recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups cubed honey-cured ham (8 ounces)
• 8 ounces asparagus
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 large onion, cut into thin wedges
• 1 to 2 tablespoons dry sherry
• 1 cup bottled roasted garlic Alfredo sauce or Alfredo sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornmeal
• 1 13.8-oz. package refrigerated pizza dough
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 ounces)

Nutritional Information: Per Serving: Calories: 616; Cholesterol: 94 mg; Protein: 32 g; Fat: 26 g; Sodium: 1,836 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Saturated Fat: 12 g; Carbohydrates: 61 g