Skillet Ham and Penne Pasta
4 servings
8 oz (about 2.5 cups) uncooked penne
1 Tbsp margarine or butter
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1/2 cup sliced green onions
6 oz cooked ham, cut into 1.5x.25x.25-inch julienne strips
4 italian plum tomatoes, quartered, sliced (2 cups)
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 oz (1/4 cup) fresh Parmesan cheese
Cook penne to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, melt margarine in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn, onions, ham and zucchini; cook and stir 4 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Add cooked penne and all remaining ingredients except cheese. Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in cheese.
420 calories; 12 g fat