Best 20 Ham And Pasta Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, ham and pasta is a classic dish that satisfies both the heart and the stomach. From creamy carbonara to hearty Italian casseroles, the possibilities are endless. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, there's a ham and pasta recipe out there to suit your needs and taste preferences. So, grab your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ONE-POT HAM AND VEGGIE PASTA



One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta image

This single-pot meal is the perfect way to use up leftover ham for a weeknight dinner. It's creamy, comforting, and quick-and-easy.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham
½ cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 ¼ cups fat free half-and-half
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ham and onion; saute for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Whisk together chicken broth, half-and-half, and flour in a bowl until smooth; pour into the pot. Stir in farfalle pasta, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add peas and carrots. Cook until pasta is cooked through, about 8 more minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1042 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE HAM, PEA, AND CREAM SAUCE



Pasta with 15-Minute Ham, Pea, and Cream Sauce image

Grated lemon zest gives this creamy classic a hit of bright flavor and a little added flair.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Milk/Cream     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Ham     Pea     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound farfalle or other short pasta
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 2 large)
4 ounces thick-cut ham (about 4 slices), cut into thin strips
1 cup frozen or fresh shelled peas
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook farfalle in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 2 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add shallots and 1/2 tsp. salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes (do not brown). Add ham, peas, and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest, 2 Tbsp. parsley, and 1/2 tsp. pepper.
  • Return pasta to pot. Toss with sauce and reserved pasta cooking liquid; season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates, then top with parsley and Parmesan and season with more pepper.

HAM AND CHEESE PASTA CASSEROLE



Ham and Cheese Pasta Casserole image

A fairly cheap and easy casserole that my mom used to make me with ham that was leftover from holidays. I love it!

Provided by anagyRN

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese, cubed
1 cup cubed, cooked ham
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.
  • Combine macaroni, Cheddar cheese, ham, and mayonnaise in a 9x13 baking dish until well mixed.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs over the macaroni casserole.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven until bread crumbs are lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 379.3 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

HAM, ASPARAGUS, AND PASTA CASSEROLE



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I have no idea where this came from, but I'm pretty sure I tweaked it from some cookbook or another. This is not only easy, it's incredibly tasty. Not too heavy, and doesn't take long in the oven so it's not bad for a summertime casserole.

Provided by Felix4067

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 3/4 cups broad egg noodles, uncooked
2 1/2 cups asparagus, chopped into 1-inch lengths
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup red onion, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups cooked ham, cubed
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water seven minutes.
  • Add asparagus; cook an additional 2-3 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in large frying pan and preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Add onion to butter and saute 4-5 minutes, just until softened.
  • Combine flour, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Add milk and chicken broth; combine well with a whisk.
  • Add milk mixture to frying pan.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove sauce from heat; stir in lemon juice.
  • Combine all ingredients except parmesan and bread crumbs in a large casserole dish.
  • Combine parmesan and bread crumbs, and sprinkle over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 450F for approximately 10 minutes, until casserole is bubbly and the bread crumbs are golden brown.

CREAMY PENNE PASTA WITH HAM AND PEAS



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I tried to copy a wonderful dish I had at a small local Italian restaurant and this one turned out WONDERFUL (for a lot less money too!) The flavors are excellent and it's a totally new way to use up leftover ham. The crispy ham reminds me of pancetta. This is a very forgiving recipe and many different vegetables can be added to your liking, try sauteed zucchini with the peas, or mushrooms, broccoli, etc.

Provided by Aurora

Categories     Ham

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1 cup peas, frozen petite
1 1/2 cups ham, chopped small
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
5 -6 garlic cloves, chopped (or more!)
8 ounces cream cheese, lite is wonderful in this
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 -2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
fresh pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of water to boil and add pasta, cooking to al dente.
  • Add peas last 2-3 minutes to pasta.
  • Scoop out 1 cup pasta water, then drain, and place in a large serving dish.
  • Whisk flour into milk (or shake together in a jar) till mixed well.
  • In skillet, pour olive oil in and add ham, cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until ham is crispy. Remove to paper towel to drain.
  • In sauce pan, melt butter (or use more olive oil) and saute garlic over medium low for about 2-3 minutes (if you love garlic, feel free to add more!).
  • Whisk in milk/flour mixture and add chipped cream cheese, whisking till melted into sauce smoothly. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk till incorporated.
  • In large dish with pasta and peas, toss in crispy ham, and any other vegetables you want (optional).
  • Pour sauce over pasta and mix, pouring in pasta water till nice and creamy.
  • Top with more parmesan and fresh ground pepper.
  • serve immediately with tossed salad and garlic bread. YUM!

PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS, HAM AND PEAS



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Make and share this Pasta with Mushrooms, Ham and Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by William Hakala

Categories     Vegetable

Time 31m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 lb white mushroom, quartered (about 6 cups)
5 -6 cups bow tie pasta (or other short dried pasta)
1 cup cooked peas
1 cup fat-free chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cans chopped cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a large skillet (preferably nonstick), heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms and ham.
  • Cook and stir until mushrooms are tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain; return pasta to saucepan.
  • Add mushroom-ham mixture, peas, chicken broth and pepper; cook and stir until hot, about 3 minutes.
  • Just before serving, add grated cheese.

HAM AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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When I make this pasta salad, I usually pair it with hot dogs, fried chicken, or sandwiches. I also make it whenever I have leftover ham. This is a recipe with ingredients that can be easily changed to suit your own taste.

Provided by JESSEPKO

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Farfalle Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon milk, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
8 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 ounces Cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
½ cup minced onion
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons diced pimento

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, pickle relish, and milk in a bowl until combined; season with salt and black pepper. Chill in refrigerator while preparing remaining ingredients.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Gently stir ham, Cheddar cheese, peas, onion, celery, and pimento into pasta. Pour mayonnaise mixture over pasta mixture and toss to evenly coat.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 352 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

HAM AND PINEAPPLE PASTA SALAD



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Shell pasta with ham, cheese, and pineapple--very good for large group get-togethers. Pasta lasts up to one week in a refrigerated sealed container. This salad is easily doubled and it will all be gone!

Provided by SUGARMUFFIN

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package medium shell pasta
3 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup cubed cooked ham
¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
½ cup red grapes
½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons pineapple juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Heat butter in a medium skillet over medium heat and add ham and brown sugar. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes; do not overcook. Set aside and let cool.
  • Mix mayonnaise and sour cream together in a small bowl. Combine pineapple, grapes, Cheddar cheese, and pineapple juice in a large bowl; mix in mayonnaise mixture, ham mixture, and pasta. Mix well before every serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 313 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

HAM AND BELL PEPPER PASTA SALAD



Ham and Bell Pepper Pasta Salad image

Stir ham, onion and bell pepper into pasta with a rich sour cream-and-chive dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 bell peppers, preferably 1 red and 1 yellow, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, parsley, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the ham, onion and bell peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

PASTA WITH HAM AND MUSHROOMS



Pasta with Ham and Mushrooms image

Extend the life of leftover holiday ham beyond sandwiches and toss the salty meat with some mushrooms, cheese, and parsley for a quick and satisfying pasta dish anyone will love.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces pasta
1 large yellow onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cups ham pieces
Chopped parsley
Grated Pecorino cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine sliced large yellow onion with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high until beginning to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms; cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add ham pieces; cook until warm. Toss with pasta, adding enough pasta water to create a sauce that coats pasta. Serve topped with chopped parsley and grated pecorino cheese.

HAM AND PEA PASTA ALFREDO



Ham and Pea Pasta Alfredo image

When I want a filling meal that even the kids enjoy, I toss ham and sugar snap peas with Romano cream sauce and pasta. -C.R. Monachino, Kenmore, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 pounds sliced fully cooked ham, cut into strips (about 5 cups)
2 cups fresh sugar snap peas
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add ham and peas; cook and stir 5 minutes. Stir in cream, cheese and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened and peas are crisp-tender., Drain fettuccine; add to skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 1032mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

HAWAIIAN HAM AND BACON PASTA SALAD



Hawaiian Ham and Bacon Pasta Salad image

Sweet, salty, smoky and a little bit spicy, there's a whole lot of flavor going on here, and with surprisingly few ingredients. That's the genius of this recipe: It combines a few complementary ingredients to scrumptious effect. Pineapple bits, ham chunks, bacon crumbles and diced jalapeño folded into the creamy pasta base make for a mouthwatering meal that you can probably pull together without running to the store. It's a great use of leftover ham, but also beautiful enough to feature on your Easter brunch table. Whether you're making it for tonight's dinner or a major holiday, prep it ahead of time and stash it in the fridge, so it's quick to assemble when it's time to come to the table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad™ classic pasta salad mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup pineapple tidbits (from 8-oz can, drained and juice reserved)
1 cup diced ham
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon (5 slices)
1 cup packed baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced green onions (about 4)
2 tablespoons seeded, chopped jalapeño chile (1/2 large)
1/2 cup cubed block mozzarella cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Pour pasta (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • In large bowl, stir together Seasoning (from Suddenly Salad box), mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice to make dressing. (Discard or save any remaining juice for another use.)
  • Add pasta, ham, bacon, spinach, pineapple, green onions, jalapeño chile and cheese to dressing mixture in bowl; toss to gently coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIAN HAM AND PASTA SALAD



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Bow-tie pasta is the start of a hearty salad with broccoli, ham and bell pepper in an Italian dressing that you make from scratch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 box (9 oz) Frozen Broccoli Cuts
3 1/2 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (7 oz)
1 lb cooked ham, cut into julienne strips
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli and pasta separately as directed on packages; drain. Rinse pasta with cold water; drain.
  • In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Add broccoli, pasta and all remaining salad ingredients to dressing; toss gently to mix. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1210 mg

ORECCHIETTE PASTA WITH PEAS, HAM, AND CREAM



Orecchiette Pasta with Peas, Ham, and Cream image

An easy Orecchiette Pasta recipe with Peas, Ham, and Cream

Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Milk/Cream     Pasta     Sauté     Ham     Pea

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound orecchiette pasta
3 tablespoons butter
1 small white onion, diced, (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup frozen or shelled fresh peas
2 tablespoon water
4 ounces cooked ham, cut into thin strips
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
N/A pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When the butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
  • 3. Add the peas and water to the pan and cook 3 minutes, stirring. Stir in the ham and cook 2 minutes. Add the cream; bring to a low simmer and cook 5 minutes.
  • 4. Drain pasta; place in large serving bowl. Stir remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream mixture over low heat until melted. Stir in the cheese. Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

LEFTOVER HAM WITH PASTA AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



Leftover Ham With Pasta and Broccoli Casserole image

Make and share this Leftover Ham With Pasta and Broccoli Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by thatgirl78

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 37m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 lb uncooked spiral shaped pasta (cavatappi or fusilli)
2 cups leftover cubed ham
8 ounces frozen broccoli
2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
  • Steam broccoli until fork tender. Chop into small pieces.
  • Heat oil in a small skillet. Add onions and cook until soft, but now brown.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook 1 minute.
  • Add broth and whisk constantly until mixture is smooth of lumps and thickened.
  • Whisk in milk.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add onions, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, ham, broccoli, and sauce.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in a small bowl.
  • Add breadcrumbs and cheese to melted butter.
  • Top with breadcrumb cheese mixture.
  • Bake for 12 minutes until sauce is bubbly.

FOUR-CHEESE PASTA WITH PEAS AND HAM



Four-Cheese Pasta With Peas and Ham image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
12 ounces penne
1 cup frozen peas
2 large eggs, plus 1 egg white
1 cup evaporated milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (1 scant cup)
3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
3 ounces fontina cheese, grated (1 scant cup)
3 ounces deli ham, in 1 piece, diced
1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until very al dente, about 8 minutes, adding the peas in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, egg white, evaporated milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  • Drain the pasta and peas; wipe the pot dry and return the pasta and peas to the pot. Add the butter and stir to coat. Add the cheddar, mozzarella, fontina and the egg mixture. Place the pot over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes, adding the ham halfway through cooking (don't let the mixture boil or the eggs will scramble). Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the parmesan.

HAM AND BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



Ham and Blue Cheese Pasta Salad image

When I first saw this recipe, it piqued my interest. It flopped at first, but after some adjustments, this salad's become a real winner in our home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups julienned fully cooked ham
1/3 cup crumbled blue or feta cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl., Stir in the ham, blue cheese, parsley, garlic, rosemary and pepper. Add oil and pecans; mix well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

LIGHT AND CREAMY PASTA WITH HAM, PEAS, AND MUSHROOM



Light and Creamy Pasta with Ham, Peas, and Mushroom image

I ate a dish at The Olive Garden Restaurant several years ago that I loved. They have since removed it from their menu, so this is my "light" re-creation of it!

Provided by K Conway2

Categories     European

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7 ounce) package cheese tortellini (or larger)
1 (8 ounce) package deli cut ham steaks, cubed (or larger)
8 ounces frozen peas, partially thawed
8 ounces fresh sliced mushrooms
2 cups white wine (I use Pinot Grigio)
3/4 pint half-and-half cream (I use fat free)
2 cloves garlic (I use a garlic press to mince them)
3 tablespoons light butter (I use I Can't Believe it's Not Butter, Light)
3 -4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Put 3 tbsp. of light butter in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. After a minute, put in minced garlic cloves
  • Add 1 cup of white wine then add all of the mushrooms and saute for 3-4 minutes
  • Start to boil the water for the pasta. Add cubed ham and peas to the saute pan then add the remaining 1 cup of white wine and saute for 3-4 minutes
  • Put your pasta in the boiling water. To the saute pan, add 3/4 pint of half & half, then lower the temperature to low-medium heat (so that it doesn't bubble)
  • After 2-3 minutes, add corn starch one tbsp. at a time and stir-the sauce will slowly thicken over 3 to 4 minutes
  • Salt and pepper to taste, serve over the pasta, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, enjoy!

CREAMY PASTA WITH HAM AND BROCCOLI



Creamy Pasta with Ham and Broccoli image

For a shortcut to a pasta supper, make a silky sauce using cream cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 pound broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
6 ounces wide egg noodles
5 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
6 ounces thinly sliced deli ham, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss broccoli, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Roast until broccoli is tender and lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway through. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles until al dente. Reserve 2 cups pasta water; drain pasta.
  • Return empty pasta pot to medium-low heat. Add cream cheese and 1 cup pasta water; whisk until smooth. Add broccoli and ham and cook until hot. Gently fold in noodles. Thin sauce to desired consistency with more pasta water and season pasta with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g

SPANISH HAM AND MANCHEGO PASTA SALAD



Spanish Ham and Manchego Pasta Salad image

Bring on the Spain with this pasta salad with ham, manchego and smoked paprika.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more, for serving
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
1 cup grated manchego cheese
8 ounces dried penne
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic, 3/4 cup of the manchego, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the ham, parsley and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup manchego and sprinkle with smoked paprika. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. Short pastas, like penne, rotini, and shells, are good choices for ham and pasta dishes because they can hold the sauce well. Long pastas, like spaghetti and linguine, can also be used, but they may be more difficult to eat.
  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for fresh ham, vegetables, and cheese, and use a good-quality pasta sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Add the ham and vegetables to the sauce towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the dish to taste. Ham and pasta dishes can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, such as basil, oregano, garlic, and black pepper. Use your favorite seasonings to create a dish that you and your family will love.

Conclusion:

Ham and pasta is a classic dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious ham and pasta dish that will be the star of your next meal.

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