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| PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET | ||
| Yields about 6 servings | ||
| 1 lb. uncooked penne or medium tube pasta 3 cups cubed fully cooked ham 1 large sweet red pepper, diced 1 med. onion, chopped 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced 1-1/2 tsp. minced fresh basil or 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1-1/2 tsp. minced fresh oregano or 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tbsp. butter 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese |
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| Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the ham, red pepper, onion, parsley, garlic, basil and oregano in oil and butter for 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and vegetables are tender. Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Drain pasta; stir into ham mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. | ||