Description
Creamy Ham Cheese Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table. This quick and easy dish features tender pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety cheese sauce, perfectly complemented by savory diced ham. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night at home or hosting friends, this delicious meal is sure to please everyone. Ready in just 30 minutes, Creamy Ham Cheese Pasta is both delightful and simple to make.
Ingredients
- Pasta (fusilli or penne)
- Diced ham (cooked or leftover)
- Heavy cream
- Shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or blend)
- Garlic powder
- Chicken broth (low-sodium)
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve half a cup of cooking water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine heavy cream and chicken broth; stir until simmering. Add garlic powder and black pepper.
- Reduce heat and gradually stir in shredded cheese until melted. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Fold in diced ham, allowing it to warm through.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg