Penne Pasta With Smoked Ham & Pepper Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Penne Pasta With Smoked Ham & Pepper Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 - 1/2 lb smoked ham, cubed; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely minced (use less if you don't like that much spice); salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 lb penne pasta, cooked and still hot; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, garnish

Servings: persons

1/4 - 1/2 lb smoked ham, cubed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely minced (use less if you don't like that much spice)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 lb penne pasta, cooked and still hot
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, garnish

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1. Pour the chicken broth into a small saucepan and reduce to 1/3 cup over high heat. Add heavy cream and continue reducing over medium-high heat until desired sauce consistency.
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2. In a large stock pot, bring 4 quarts water to boil. Add 1 tablespoons salt. Add penne; stir to separate. Cook until al dente; drain.
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3. In the mean time, in large frying pan, saute ham in olive oil over medium heat until slightly golden. Remove to separate dish. Add red and yellow pepper to pan and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add jalapenos, salt and pepper and saute until peppers are softened; about 2-3 minutes.
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4. Place pasta in large serving bowl. Add ham and peppers and pour sauce over it. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Sauce will thicken as it cools. Serve warm.

1049

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 - 1/2 lb smoked ham, cubed, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Penne Pasta With Smoked Ham & Pepper Cream Sauce 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.

Penne Pasta With Smoked Ham & Pepper Cream Sauce

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