This One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta is a savory, creamy dinner solution that uses simple pantry staples and leftover ham. Everything cooks in one pot for a rich sauce and easy cleanup.
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/4 cups fat free half-and-half
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
16 oz farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley for garnish
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté ham and onion for 3 minutes.
2. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook for 2 minutes.
3. Whisk chicken broth, half-and-half, and flour together until smooth, then pour into the pot.
4. Stir in dry farfalle pasta, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add frozen peas and carrots and cook until pasta is tender, about 8 more minutes.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of chicken broth.
Grate your own Parmesan for the smoothest melting results.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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