Creamed Spinach Ham Pasta

Name: Creamed Spinach Ham Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked small tube pasta; 1-1/2 cups 2% milk; 1 envelope carbonara pasta sauce mix; 1-1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen creamed spinach, thawed

"My kids think I improvise our weeknight meals...they're right!" notes Brenda Andrew. The San Antonio, Texas cook says this taste-tempting creation is great with a fresh green salad and a loaf of crusty bread.

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked small tube pasta
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 envelope carbonara pasta sauce mix
1-1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham
1 package (10 ounces) frozen creamed spinach, thawed

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, whisk the milk and sauce mix until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Drain pasta; stir into the sauce. Add ham and spinach; cook and stir until heated through.