Description
Creamy Ham Cheese Pasta is a delightful dish that combines al dente pasta with a velvety cheese sauce, savory diced ham, and aromatic garlic. This comforting meal is perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings alike. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, each bite delivers rich flavors that satisfy even the pickiest eaters, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add shredded cheese and diced ham; stir until melted and combined.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring each noodle is coated in the sauce. Adjust moisture with pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg