PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET

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I make this dish with leftover ham from Christmas and Easter. Everyone always looks forward to it. I've tweaked it from the original recipe but found that my tweaks made it taste out of this world!

Provided by Stephanie Leamer

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb uncooked penne pasta
3 c cubed fully cooked ham
1 large sweet red pepper, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 c minced fresh parsley
2 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh basil or 1/2 tsp. dried basil
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh oregano or 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 c olive oil
3 Tbsp butter
1/2 Tbsp ham flavored soup base
2 c water
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the ham, red pepper, onion, garlic, parsley, basil and oregano in oil and butter for 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and veggies are tender.
  • 2. Stir in ham base, water and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Drain pasta; stir into ham mixture. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Hussnain Bh
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable.


Debbie Lyn (Freebird)
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, but it's always a hit. I've made it for my family and friends several times, and everyone has loved it.


gail James
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Tanjila Mir
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I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this dish. The peas and penne balance out the flavor of the ham perfectly.


Abeeha Fahad
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I added some chopped red bell pepper to this dish for a little extra color and flavor. It turned out great!


Arsalan Ahsan
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a very affordable meal.


Killer Clown (Mr.beast)
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Yum!


Mama Tonas
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it!


Irakli Apriashvili
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This is now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's so simple to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


nelufa easmin
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The combination of ham, peas, and penne is perfect.


Rumaisa Bhoury
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I was looking for something quick and easy for dinner, and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. It took me less than 30 minutes to make, and it was a hit with my husband and kids.


Nassiwa Jennifer
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My family loved this dish! It was easy to make and very flavorful. The ham and peas added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again!!!