Ham and Peas Pasta
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta cooked (We used mini, but regular will also work.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced or pressed
- 1 ½ cups diced country ham
- 6 ounces frozen peas
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese shredded off the block
- 1 teaspoon dried basil dried
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme dried (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pasta until it’s al dente. Drain, and set aside.8 ounces bow tie pasta
- In a medium saucepan or skillet over low to medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds to a minute, then add the ham and frozen peas. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, 1 ½ cups diced country ham, 6 ounces frozen peas
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, basil, and thyme. Stir to combine, and continue to cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes.¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Remove from heat, and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Taste, and season with salt and pepper if desired. Stir in the cooked noodles.½ cup parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper
- Serve hot with additional cheese, or a sprinkle of fresh basil or thyme.
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Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1.25 cups of pasta. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Ham and Peas Pasta
Serving Size
1.25 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
638
% Daily Value*
Fat
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
17
g
106
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
14
g
Cholesterol
94
mg
31
%
Sodium
905
mg
39
%
Potassium
480
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
51
g
17
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
26
g
52
%
Vitamin A
4817
IU
96
%
Vitamin C
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
180
mg
18
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
