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

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Ingredients

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.