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Pretty Penne Ham Skillet

Name: Pretty Penne Ham Skillet
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 cups cubed fully cooked ham; 1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

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

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

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.
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.

Pretty Penne Ham Skillet

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