Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Ham and Asparagus Pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender asparagus, succulent ham, and a creamy, flavorful sauce that harmonizes all the ingredients. Join us as we guide you through three variations of this classic, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe showcases the simplicity of fresh ingredients, allowing the natural flavors of asparagus and ham to shine. The second variation adds a touch of sophistication with a creamy mushroom sauce, while the third introduces a burst of vibrant flavors with sun-dried tomatoes and pesto. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our Ham and Asparagus Pasta recipes, sure to leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
ASPARAGUS HAM DINNER
I've been making this low-fat ham dinner for my family for years, and we always look forward to it. With asparagus, tomato, pasta and chunks of ham, it's a tempting blend of tastes and textures. -Rhonda Zavodny, David City, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute asparagus and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and ham; heat through. Drain pasta; add to mixture. Stir in parsley and seasonings. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HAM & ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE
"I love to try out new recipes on my family. I'm always looking for ways to incorporate some of my favorite vegetables in with my main dishes, and this one was a success!" Rachel Kowasic - Connellsville, PA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., In a large skillet, saute the chopped onion in butter until tender. Combine the flour, thyme and pepper; gradually whisk in milk and broth until smooth. Add milk mixture to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice., Drain noodles; add the ham, parsley, sauce and asparagus. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with fried onions and cheese., Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 946mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HAM AND ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE
I LOVE fettuccine, and when made with a bit of leftover ham it takes on a heartiness and richness so filling there isn't room for dessert!
Provided by STEPHNDON
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Stir asparagus into pot in the last five minutes of cooking; drain.
- While pasta is cooking, heat butter and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture begins to bubble, stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, pepper and cayenne. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham and heat through.
- Toss pasta and asparagus with sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 179.3 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 32.5 g, Sodium 785.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SPRINGTIME PENNE
With ham, asparagus, onion and pasta in a creamy sauce, this stovetop supper is tasty enough for even your pickiest guests. It's great with penne, but you can also try it with mostaccioli or another type of pasta.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus and onion in butter for 5-8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender., Add the ham, cream, pepper and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook over low heat for 1 minute. Drain pasta. Add to the asparagus mixture; toss to coat. If desired, top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
EASY HAM-AND-ASPARAGUS PASTA
This looks like a one pan wonder! I haven't made it yet, but aim to very soon. I found it on the Better Homes and Gardens website.
Provided by CorriePDX
Categories Ham
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, adding the frozen asparagus the last 5 minutes and the ham the last 1 minute of the cooking time. Drain and return pasta to pan.
- Stir together cream cheese and milk; add to the pasta mixture in the pan. Stir gently over medium heat until the mixture is heated through. If desired, garnish with fresh chives. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 727.6, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 118.5, Sodium 222.1, Carbohydrate 74.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 34.6
EASY PASTA WITH HAM AND ASPARAGUS (OR BROCCOLI)
Herbed cream cheese makes this sauce not only taste great but it's almost effortless too! You can substitute Broccoli if your not a big fan of Asparagus and serve with bread sticks or a salad if you'd like.
Provided by MTpockets
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large dutch oven, add pasta to boiling water and cook 6 minutes less than recommended on package; add frozen asparagus or broccoli the last 5 minutes of pasta cooking time.
- Add ham for the last 1 minute before draining just to heat through.
- Remove from heat and drain pasta-ham mixture thoroughly.
- In a small bowl mix together cream cheese and milk until smooth.
- Add cheese mixture to asparagus-ham mixture and stir over medium heat just until heated through and mixture is well coated.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.3, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 149.4, Sodium 106.9, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 38.3
ONE-POT HAM AND VEGGIE PASTA
This single-pot meal is the perfect way to use up leftover ham for a weeknight dinner. It's creamy, comforting, and quick-and-easy.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 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 Facts : Calories 552.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1042 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
CHEESY HAM AND ASPARAGUS BAKE
Even if you think you don't like asparagus you have to try this. It is a wonderfully easy quiche-like casserole to throw together for breakfast. This can be prepared the night before, covered, and put in the refrigerator overnight. Just be sure to allow extra cook time.
Provided by bettina
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Mix the ham, onion, red bell peppers, and asparagus in the prepared baking dish. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, flour, Parmesan, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Pour over the ham mixture.
- Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Continue baking 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 148.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 535.9 mg, Sugar 3 g
HAM, ASPARAGUS, AND PASTA CASSEROLE
I have no idea where this came from, but I'm pretty sure I tweaked it from some cookbook or another. This is not only easy, it's incredibly tasty. Not too heavy, and doesn't take long in the oven so it's not bad for a summertime casserole.
Provided by Felix4067
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook pasta in boiling water seven minutes.
- Add asparagus; cook an additional 2-3 minutes; drain.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in large frying pan and preheat oven to 450°F.
- Add onion to butter and saute 4-5 minutes, just until softened.
- Combine flour, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add milk and chicken broth; combine well with a whisk.
- Add milk mixture to frying pan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove sauce from heat; stir in lemon juice.
- Combine all ingredients except parmesan and bread crumbs in a large casserole dish.
- Combine parmesan and bread crumbs, and sprinkle over top of casserole.
- Bake at 450F for approximately 10 minutes, until casserole is bubbly and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus: Look for asparagus that is bright green and has tightly closed tips. Avoid asparagus that is limp or has woody stems.
- Cook the asparagus properly: Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most common methods are boiling, steaming, and roasting. Boiling is the quickest method, but it can also result in mushy asparagus. Steaming is a more gentle method that preserves the asparagus's flavor and nutrients. Roasting is a great way to get caramelized asparagus with a slightly smoky flavor.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should be tender but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta is mushy and unpleasant to eat.
- Use a good quality ham: The ham is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality ham. Look for ham that is smoked or cured and has a good flavor.
- Season the dish to taste: This dish is simple, but it can be easily customized to your taste. Add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder to taste.
Conclusion:
Ham and asparagus pasta is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. The combination of ham, asparagus, and pasta is delicious and satisfying. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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