Pasta with Ham and Tricolor Peppers Recipe

Name: Pasta with Ham and Tricolor Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package penne pasta; salt; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 4 red, yellow, and/or orange peppers; 4 oz. deli ham in 1 piece; 2 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper; 1/2 c. loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat large, covered saucepot of salted water to boiling over high heat.
2
Add pasta and cook as label directs.
3
Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
4
Add peppers and cook, covered, about 10 minutes, until very soft and lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in ham, garlic, salt, and black pepper; cook 1 minute.
6
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
7
In large serving bowl, toss pasta with pepper mixture and reserved cooking water; top with basil and Parmesan.
8
Toss to serve.

500

kcal

Calories

Fat

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: 1 package penne pasta, salt, 3 tbsp. olive oil, 4 red, yellow, and/or orange peppers, and more.

Yes, Pasta with Ham and Tricolor Peppers 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!

Pasta with Ham and Tricolor Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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