Taste of Home
Pretty Penne Ham Skillet
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
I'm a busy nurse, so fast meals are a must. This pasta is a tasty change of pace from potato-ham casseroles. —Kathy Stephan, West Seneca, New York
Ingredients
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1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
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1/4 cup olive oil
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
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1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
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1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
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1.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add ham, red pepper and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and vegetables are tender. Add garlic and herbs; cook 1-2 minutes longer.
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2.
Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts
1-2/3 cups: 567 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 1344mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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