Creamy Pasta with Ham and Cheese

Close up plate of curly pasta with cubes of ham, peas and paremsan cheese.

This creamy pasta with ham and peas is a perfectly simple and comforting dinner. There is just enough cream and Parmesan cheese to bring it all together, while the peas add a bright pop of sweet flavor. It's a great way to turn a little bit of leftover ham into a delicious meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Servings: Servings

Author: Carlee

Ingredients

16 oz pasta
2 Tablespoons butter
1 small onion finely diced
2 cloves garlic
2 cups ham cubed
½ cup chicken stock
⅔ cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh or defrosted peas
¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
salt and pepper
optional: additional Parmesan for serving

Instructions

Boil 16 oz pasta and cook to al dente according to the package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large pan melt 2 Tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the 1 small onion, 2 cups ham, 2 cloves garlic and a pinch of black pepper and cook until onions are soft and translucent.
Stir in ½ cup chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and stir in ⅔ cup heavy cream. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Stir in pasta and continue to simmer until pasta is coated. Add 2 cups fresh or defrosted peas, stirring to combine and then remove from heat.
Sprinkle in ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately with an additional grating of Parmesan if desired.

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