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I've been making this low-fat meal for my family for years now, and it's always well received. With asparagus, tomato, pasta and chunks of ham, it's a tempting blend of tastes and textures. —Rhonda Zavodny of David City, Nebraska
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Nutritional Facts 1-1/3 cups equals 198 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 17 mg cholesterol, 559 mg sodium, 27 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 12 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
Originally published as Asparagus Ham Dinner in Light & Tasty February/March 2001, p29
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Reviewed on Dec. 08, 2011 by LibbiPeach
I've made this recipe two times now, love the fresh ingredients used in it. It will continue to be one i make often.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2011 by bjsilve0
I am not a fan of asparagus but I thought this dish was excellent!
Reviewed on May. 01, 2011 by aug2295
This was so easy and everyone in my family liked it.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2011 by luckydime
My husband loved this recipe, but I did not care as much for it.
Reviewed on Aug. 03, 2010 by jillea
This is delish! I make it often and sometimes change up the pasta to Tri-colored Pasta and instead of ham I use crab meat.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2009 by briandean
This is so easy to make! I've made it twice now, and the second time I just used 2 cans of petite cut diced tomatoes, drained; instead of cutting the tomotoes. They cayanne pepper isn't really all that spicy, it adds a wonderful kick. If you're really watching your weight, I'd recommend using cooking spray instead of olive oil, whole wheat noodles, and leave out the cheese. But even as is, it's a pretty healthy recipe.
Reviewed on May. 26, 2009 by mjw
This recipe is absolutely wonderful, especially when fresh asparagus is available. I had made it years ago when it was first published, and had forgotten about it. I made it yesterday for dinner and fell in love with it again. It's even terrific as a leftover. I'm forwarding to my daughter to use in her personal chef service. She is a registered dietician, and incorporates healthy, light meals into her weekly menu for the clients. I'm sure they will love it too.I've been a fan of Taste of Home for years. Now my daughter and granddaughters are too.MJW in Sparks, MD
This recipe is absolutely wonderful, especially when fresh asparagus is available. I had made it years ago when it was first published, and had forgotten about it. I made it yesterday for dinner and fell in love with it again. It's even terrific as a leftover. I'm forwarding to my daughter to use in her personal chef service. She is a registered dietician, and incorporates healthy, light meals into her weekly menu for the clients. I'm sure they will love it too.
I've been a fan of Taste of Home for years. Now my daughter and granddaughters are too.
MJW in Sparks, MD
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