Three Cheese Pasta with Ham and Peppers Recipe

Name: Three Cheese Pasta with Ham and Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. shell pasta; 1/2 onion, chopped; 2 oz. sliced ham, pancetta; Canadian bacon; 1/2 cup fire roasted red peppers, chopped; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 tsp. sage; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 4 tbsp. fresh Italian parsley; 1 cup ricotta cheese, grated; 1 cup Parmigiano reggiano cheese, grated; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated; 1 egg, beaten; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb. shell pasta
1/2 onion, chopped
2 oz. sliced ham, pancetta
Canadian bacon
1/2 cup fire roasted red peppers, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1 tsp. sage
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
4 tbsp. fresh Italian parsley
1 cup ricotta cheese, grated
1 cup Parmigiano reggiano cheese, grated
1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1 egg, beaten
Salt and pepper

1
Prepare shell pasta according to directions, but remove from heat and drain when slightly undercooked (about 10 minutes).
2
Meanwhile, saute chopped onion in 1/2 cup chicken stock about 4 minutes till tender.
3
Add ham, continue to cook 2 minutes.
4
Add chopped fire roasted red peppers, remaining chicken stock, sage, cayenne pepper and parsley, salt and pepper.
5
Simmer and reduce slightly, then remove from heat.
6
Combine ricotta, 1/2 cup Parmigiano cheese, egg, salt and pepper in separate bowl for filling.
7
Combine pasta and ham/pepper sauce.
8
In oven-proof casserole dish, layer 1/2 pasta mixture, the ricotta filling, and the remainder of the pasta mixture.
9
Top with the mozzarella, the remaining 1/2 cup Parmigiano cheese, salt and pepper.
10
Bake at 400F for 25 minutes or so till golden brown and bubbly.
11
Allow to cool 5 minutes before serving.

896

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. shell pasta, 1/2 onion, chopped, 2 oz. sliced ham, pancetta, Canadian bacon, and more.

Yes, Three Cheese Pasta with Ham and 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!

Three Cheese Pasta with Ham and Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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