Best 6 Light And Creamy Pasta With Ham Peas And Mushroom Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our light and creamy pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender penne pasta enveloped in a luscious sauce brimming with the essence of savory ham, vibrant peas, and earthy mushrooms. Each forkful promises a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, a true testament to the art of culinary fusion.

Prepare to be enthralled by three tantalizing variations of this pasta extravaganza. The classic rendition showcases the perfect balance of creamy Alfredo sauce, succulent ham, and a medley of vegetables. Craving a taste of Italy? Embark on a culinary adventure with our sun-dried tomato pesto variation, where tangy pesto and juicy sun-dried tomatoes take center stage. Last but not least, our pesto and goat cheese combination delivers a burst of fresh flavors, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS, HAM AND PEAS



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Make and share this Pasta with Mushrooms, Ham and Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by William Hakala

Categories     Vegetable

Time 31m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 lb white mushroom, quartered (about 6 cups)
5 -6 cups bow tie pasta (or other short dried pasta)
1 cup cooked peas
1 cup fat-free chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cans chopped cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a large skillet (preferably nonstick), heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms and ham.
  • Cook and stir until mushrooms are tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain; return pasta to saucepan.
  • Add mushroom-ham mixture, peas, chicken broth and pepper; cook and stir until hot, about 3 minutes.
  • Just before serving, add grated cheese.

HAM AND PEAS PASTA WITH GARLIC PARMESAN CREAM SAUCE



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The perfect way to use up all your leftover ham! It is amazingly creamy, comforting and kid-friendly!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces SimplyNature Organic Spaghetti
1/4 cup Countryside Creamery unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Baker's Corner all-purpose flour
1 cup Chef's Cupboard chicken broth, or more, as needed
1 teaspoon Stonemill dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Stonemill dried basil
1/2 cup Countryside Creamery half and half
1/2 cup freshly grated Priano Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups chopped Appleton Farms Spiral Sliced Hickory Smoked Honey Ham
1 cup Season's Choice Frozen Sweet Peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. To make the garlic parmesan cream sauce, melt butter in the skillet skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, thyme and basil. Cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in half and half and Parmesan until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more half and half as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in spaghetti, ham and peas, and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE HAM, PEA, AND CREAM SAUCE



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Grated lemon zest gives this creamy classic a hit of bright flavor and a little added flair.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Milk/Cream     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Ham     Pea     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound farfalle or other short pasta
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 2 large)
4 ounces thick-cut ham (about 4 slices), cut into thin strips
1 cup frozen or fresh shelled peas
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook farfalle in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 2 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add shallots and 1/2 tsp. salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes (do not brown). Add ham, peas, and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest, 2 Tbsp. parsley, and 1/2 tsp. pepper.
  • Return pasta to pot. Toss with sauce and reserved pasta cooking liquid; season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates, then top with parsley and Parmesan and season with more pepper.

CREAMY HAM & MUSHROOM PASTA BAKE



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Use up the leftovers in your fridge with this hearty family supper dish

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

500g bag farfalle
50g butter, plus a little extra
200g small mushroom, halved
bunch spring onions, finely sliced
50g plain flour
500ml milk
140g thickly cut ham, chopped
140g mature cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, then drain. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6, then melt a little butter in a large saucepan. Fry the mushrooms for a couple of mins, then scoop out and set aside. Use some kitchen paper to wipe out the pan.
  • Melt the remaining butter in the pan, then add most of the onions and soften for 1 min. Stir in the flour for another min, then gradually stir in the milk until you have a lump-free sauce. Increase the heat and bubble the sauce, stirring for a few mins to thicken. Turn off the heat, stir in the ham and most of the cheese, then season to taste.
  • Tip the pasta and mushrooms into a large ovenproof dish, then pour over the sauce and mix well in the dish. Scatter over the remaining cheese and spring onions, then bake for 10 mins until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 678 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 89 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 1.58 milligram of sodium

PEA & HAM PASTA



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Celebrate peas being in season with this classic combination. This quick and easy pasta dish takes less than 20 minutes to make

Provided by Samuel Goldsmith

Categories     Dinner

Time 19m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200g conchiglione pasta
160g podded peas
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion, finely chopped
100g cooked ham
150ml double cream
½ lemon, juiced
40g parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, then cook the pasta following pack instructions, about 9 mins. Around 3 mins before the pasta is cooked, add the peas.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the onion for 5 mins until soft but not golden. Add the ham, double cream, lemon juice and parmesan, then season and mix well. Remove from the heat.
  • Drain the pasta and peas (keeping a mugful of the cooking water) and return them to the pan. Tip in the creamy ham mixture and stir everything together to combine. If the mixture seems a little dry, add some of the reserved cooking water to loosen it a little. Serve with extra parmesan on top, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1038 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 31 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 88 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

PRETTY HAM PRIMAVERA



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Give leftover ham a face-lift in this tasty pasta dish that mixes up in a wink. The mild cream sauce gets fresh flavor from sauteed mushrooms and a boost of color from frozen peas. -Joan Laurenzo, Johnstown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
1 package (7 ounces) thin spaghetti, cooked and drained
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the flour, Italian seasoning, bouillon, salt and pepper until smooth. , Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the spaghetti, ham and peas; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 1755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use precooked ham and frozen peas. You can also use a variety of mushrooms, such as shiitake, oyster, or cremini.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese or 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.

Conclusion:

This light and creamy pasta with ham, peas, and mushrooms is a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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