Pasta Shells with Peas and Ham Recipe

Name: Pasta Shells with Peas and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound small pasta shells or elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; One 10-ounce package frozen peas; 1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham or prosciutto, coarsely chopped; 1 1/4 cups heavy cream; 1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup chopped dill; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound small pasta shells or elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
One 10-ounce package frozen peas
1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham or prosciutto, coarsely chopped
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped dill
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta shells until al dente.
2
Drain the shells, return them to the pot and toss with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil to prevent sticking.
3
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
4
Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat until golden, about 4 minutes.
5
Add the peas and ham and cook until the peas are hot and the ham is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the cream and stock and simmer over moderate heat until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir the cream sauce into the shells.
8
Add the Parmesan and dill and season with salt and pepper.
9
Serve in bowls.

1102

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 pound small pasta shells or elbow macaroni, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, One 10-ounce package frozen peas, and more.

Yes, Pasta Shells with 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.

Pasta Shells with Peas and Ham

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