Dressed Pasta, Peas and Ham Recipe

Name: Dressed Pasta, Peas and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces bow tie pasta; salt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (Can also use red wine vinegar.); good pinch black pepper; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided; ¼ cup frozen peas; ¼ cup cooked ham, cut into 1/4 inch dice; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Bring four cups of water to a boil.
2
When water boils, add 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3
Add pasta and cook for two minutes less than indicated on package.
4
While pasta is cooking, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, pepper, extra virgin olive oil and 1 Tablespoon of the parmesan cheese.
5
Set aside.
6
Add peas and ham to pasta and continue cooking for two minutes.
7
Drain well and turn into a bowl.
8
Add olive oil dressing and mix well.
9
Add salt and additional pepper, to taste.
10
Top with remaining parmesan cheese.
11
Serve with a thick slice of garlic bread.

183

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces bow tie pasta, salt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (Can also use red wine vinegar.), and more.

Yes, Dressed Pasta, Peas and Ham 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!

Dressed Pasta, Peas and Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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