Easy Pasta With Ham and Asparagus (Or Broccoli) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Herbed cream cheese makes this sauce not only taste great but it's almost effortless too! You can substitute Broccoli if your not a big fan of Asparagus and serve with bread sticks or a salad if you'd like. Ingredients:
4 cups bow tie pasta, uncooked (or small pasta of your choice) |
1 (10 ounce) package of frozen cut asparagus or 1 (10 ounce) package baby broccoli florets |
1 (6 ounce) package cooked ham, cut into thin strips |
1 (8 ounce) container soft style cream cheese with chives and onions |
1/3 cup milk (skim is ok) |
Directions:
1. In a large dutch oven, add pasta to boiling water and cook 6 minutes less than recommended on package; add frozen asparagus or broccoli the last 5 minutes of pasta cooking time.
2. Add ham for the last 1 minute before draining just to heat through.
3. Remove from heat and drain pasta-ham mixture thoroughly.
4. In a small bowl mix together cream cheese and milk until smooth.
5. Add cheese mixture to asparagus-ham mixture and stir over medium heat just until heated through and mixture is well coated.
6. Serve immediately.
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