How to Make One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

One-pot meals are a busy cook's best friend. They're a great way to get a wholesome, balanced meal on the table with minimal effort and cleanup. If you're looking for a simple and satisfying one-pot recipe to add to your repertoire, look no further than this One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta.

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham, making it perfect for after holidays or family gatherings. The combination of tender chunks of ham, colorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ¼ cups fat free half-and-half
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • chopped parsley for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ham and onion; saute for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Whisk together chicken broth, half-and-half, and flour in a bowl until smooth; pour into the pot. Stir in farfalle pasta, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add peas and carrots. Cook until pasta is cooked through, about 8 more minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    552 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 1042mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 71g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 167mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 563mg