One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cups fat free half-and-half
• cup all-purpose flour
• 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
• 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
• cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed ham and chopped onion, then saut for about 3 minutes.

Step 2: Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, allowing it to release its aroma.

Step 3: Stir in the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, letting the spices blend together.

Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, fat-free half-and-half, and flour until smooth. Pour the mixture into the pot with the ham and onions, stirring to combine.

Step 5: Add the farfalle pasta to the pot, then cover and cook for 15 minutes. The pasta should begin to soften and absorb the flavors.

Step 6: Once the pasta is nearly done, add the frozen peas and carrots. Stir, then cover and cook for an additional 8 minutes, or until the pasta is fully cooked and the vegetables are heated through.

Step 7: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and create a creamy sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.

Step 8: Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty, flavorful meal!

Cooks Notes

• If the consistency is too thick, feel free to add a little extra chicken broth to reach your desired texture.
• You can easily customize this dish by swapping out the farfalle pasta for any other shape or by using a different cheese in place of Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 552
• Total Fat: 18g (23% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 6g (32% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 43mg (14% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 1042mg (45% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 71g (26% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 5g (17% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 29g (58% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 28mg (31% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 167mg (13% Daily Value)
• Iron: 4mg (20% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 563mg (12% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.