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Bow-Ties with Peas and Ham

Source
Everyday Food, September 2003
Bow-Ties with Peas and Ham
  • prep 20 mins
  • total time 20 mins
  • servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bow-tie pasta (farfalle)

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 10 ounces (2 cups) frozen peas

  • 1 cup half-and-half

  • 1/2 pound cooked ham

  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain pasta; return to pot.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add peas and half-and-half; season with salt and pepper. Simmer until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Cut ham into strips. Add to sauce; cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Toss sauce with pasta. Serve with grated Parmesan.

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Reviews (5)

  • Abeem
    2 Mar, 2011

    Like this...but sure wish all recipes would include the nutrition statements.
  • Tryingsomethingnew
    16 Feb, 2009

    This dish is fast and easy. Not something for company, but great for a weekday night.
  • christmasbaker
    14 May, 2008

    This was such an easy dish to make my family enjoyed it. I will make this again soon.
  • RosemaryT
    8 Feb, 2008

    One of my all time favorite dishes. Easy and delicious!
  • RoniH
    14 Dec, 2007

    We absolutely love this dish! It's refreshing and light and is a nice change over Christmas from those heavy meals. The peas add a very nice sweet touch. Thanks for a great recipe!
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