The Humpherys Family

Ham and Pasta Skillet Dinner

Recipe Added:  11/5/2011
1 cup elbow or shell pasta
3 Tbsp olive oil + 1 Tbsp butter
3 cups cooked ham, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 Tbsp lemon juice
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Cook pasta according to pkg directions until not quite done. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add pepper, onion, and garlic and cook until vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add ham, basil and oregano and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes.

Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, about 10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Stir drained pasta into ham and vegetable mixture. Add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and toss. Sprinkle parsley and remaining Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta. Serve immediately.
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