Creamy Penne Pasta With Ham And Peas Recipe

Name: Creamy Penne Pasta With Ham And Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups penne pasta, uncooked; 1 cup peas, frozen petite; 1 1/2 cups ham, chopped small; 2 cups milk; 4 tablespoons flour; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 5 -6 garlic cloves, chopped (or more!); 8 ounces cream cheese, lite is wonderful in this; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 1 -2 teaspoon salt (to taste); fresh pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

4 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1 cup peas, frozen petite
1 1/2 cups ham, chopped small
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
5 -6 garlic cloves, chopped (or more!)
8 ounces cream cheese, lite is wonderful in this
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 -2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
fresh pepper (to taste)

1
Bring large pot of water to boil and add pasta, cooking to al dente.
2
Add peas last 2-3 minutes to pasta.
3
Scoop out 1 cup pasta water, then drain, and place in a large serving dish.
4
Whisk flour into milk (or shake together in a jar) till mixed well.
5
In skillet, pour olive oil in and add ham, cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until ham is crispy. Remove to paper towel to drain.
6
In sauce pan, melt butter (or use more olive oil) and saute garlic over medium low for about 2-3 minutes (if you love garlic, feel free to add more!).
7
Whisk in milk/flour mixture and add chipped cream cheese, whisking till melted into sauce smoothly. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk till incorporated.
8
In large dish with pasta and peas, toss in crispy ham, and any other vegetables you want (optional).
9
Pour sauce over pasta and mix, pouring in pasta water till nice and creamy.
10
Top with more parmesan and fresh ground pepper.
11
serve immediately with tossed salad and garlic bread. YUM!

1707

kcal

Calories

Fat

249

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups penne pasta, uncooked, 1 cup peas, frozen petite, 1 1/2 cups ham, chopped small, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Creamy Penne Pasta With Ham And Peas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Penne Pasta With Ham And Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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