Cheesy Ham Tortellini

Name: Cheesy Ham Tortellini
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini; 1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce; 1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed; 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

In Hemet, California, Margaret Wilson came up with this creamy skillet supper when trying to finish up leftover ham. "it's colorful as well as quick to make," she assures.

Ingredients

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Directions

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the Alfredo sauce, vegetables and ham. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Drain tortellini; add to sauce. Stir in cheese; cook until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 413 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1255mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein.

Originally published as Cheesy ham Tortellini in Quick Cooking January/February 2005

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murrell006

Sep 28, 2013

I lightened the calories by making a simple seasoned white sauce & it was still as good as with the Alfredo sauce.
katlaydee3

Jun 11, 2013

Delicious! I loved this simply served with ciabatta garlic/cheese bread.
LibbiPeach

Jul 20, 2011

I loved this recipe,, hearty and healthy and quick ! I used a "light" version of the alfredo sauce also.
cherylr56

Apr 3, 2009

I've made this recipe many times since it was first published. It's easy and delicious. I just had to look it up online--had misplaced it and am fixing it for Easter.