Best 9 Tortellini And Ham Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable selection of tortellini and ham recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Tortellini in Brodo, a traditional Italian dish featuring tortellini swimming in a rich and flavorful broth, to the hearty Tortellini Alfredo, a luscious combination of tender tortellini coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce, we have something for every palate. For those who prefer a lighter option, the Tortellini with Pesto Sauce offers a refreshing blend of herbs and nuts, while the Tortellini with Vodka Sauce packs a flavorful punch with its tomato-based sauce infused with vodka. And for a vegetarian delight, the Tortellini with Roasted Vegetables showcases the vibrant flavors of roasted vegetables, creating a colorful and satisfying dish. So, whether you're craving a comforting bowl of soup, a creamy pasta dish, or a vegetarian feast, our tortellini and ham recipes will take you on a culinary adventure you won't soon forget.

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TORTELLINI AND HAM



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A couple of convenience items form the base of this quick meal. It's sure to become a staple when you need a great last-minute weeknight supper. Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen pepper strips, thawed
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute pepper strips in butter until crisp-tender. Add ham and garlic; saute 1 minute longer. , Combine the cornstarch, broth, basil, parsley and pepper; stir into pepper mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Add 2 tablespoons cheese. Drain tortellini; toss with ham mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

TORTELLINI WITH HAM AND PEAS



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This is different than the ones posted. Found in All*You Eat Well Save Big Cookbook. I changed it a little to fit our tastes.

Provided by mama smurf

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb fresh cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen peas
3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
salt and pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 lb ham, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 onion, diced small
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat. Stir in tortellini and cook until pasta is just al dente. Add peas to pot for final 30 seconds to 1 minute of cooking time. (I just defrost my peas or run some warm water over them). While the pasta is cooking in another small pan saute the onions and garlic in tablespoon of butter or oil till soft and set aside.
  • Drain tortellini and peas in a colander and immediately return to pot. Stir in butter, cream, Parmesan, sauteed onions and garlic and the ham. Season with salt and pepper. Turn stove on to medium heat and cook tortellini mixture, stirring frequently, until butter has melted, ingredients are heated through and sauce has thickened slightly, about 2-4 minutes. Serve immediately.

CREAMY TORTELLINI WITH HAM AND ASPARAGUS



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This one is pretty quick and easy using alfredo sauce in a jar. You could always make your own (I usually do) but sometimes it's nice to be able to put dinner on the table fast.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese
tortellini
2 cups fresh asparagus, cut in inch long pieces (about 1 lb.)
1 1/2 cups thin julienne strips ham
2 (10 ounce) containers low-fat alfredo sauce
2 tablespoons refrigerated pesto sauce
shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini in boiling water for 3 minutes. Add asparagus and cook for 2 minutes more. Drain well and add ham, Alfredo sauce and pesto to the pot. Cook over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until all ingredients are warmed. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

CREAMY TORTELLINI WITH HAM, MUSHROOMS AND PEAS



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Make and share this Creamy Tortellini With Ham, Mushrooms and Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 ounces refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons parmesan-romano cheese mix, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 cup cooked ham, cubed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
4 1/2 ounces mushrooms, canned, sliced and drained

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package.
  • Drain; rinse with hot water.
  • Return to saucepan.
  • Add remaining ingredients; blend well.
  • Cook over medium heat until sauce is thickened and smooth, stirring constantly.

HAM AND MUSHROOM TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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You can prepare this slightly ahead and keep it warm in the oven until ready to serve, adjust ingredients to taste, the success of this dish will depend on the quality of your Parmesan cheese so try to use a fresh grated good quality cheese ;-)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1/3 cup butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme (can use more)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (or to taste)
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed
1 3/4 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper (or to taste)
3/4-1 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt (to taste)
parmesan cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile in a skillet heat butter over medium heat; add the onions, garlic, thyme and a pinch of cayenne pepper, and saute for about 3 minutes.
  • Add in mushrooms and cook until they are tender and release all their moisture (make certain that the liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated before adding in the remaining ingredients).
  • Add in the cook ham, then stir in the whipping cream and black pepper; cook stirring over low heat until heated through.
  • Stir in the Parmeasn cheese until melted.
  • Season the sauce with salt to taste and more black pepper if desired.
  • Drain the tortellini (do not rinse) and place in a large bowl.
  • Add in the creamed sauce and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese.

CREAMY TORTELLINI WITH HAM, MUSHROOMS AND PEAS



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A quick and simple meal from Pillsbury Food for Friends.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 oz cheese-filled tortellini, refrigerated
1 1/2 c milk
2 Tbsp parmesan romano blend, grated
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp italian seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt, optional
1 c cooked ham, cubed
1 c frozen peas, thawed
4 1/2 oz mushrooms, canned, sliced and drained

Steps:

  • 1. In large saucepan, cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package.
  • 2. Drain; rinse with hot water.
  • 3. Return to saucepan.
  • 4. Add remaining ingredients; blend well.
  • 5. Cook over medium heat until sauce is thickened and smooth, stirring constantly.

HAM AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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This is a great way to use the last of the Easter ham. It's pure comfort food, but also a great way to get a good variety of vegetables.

Provided by herbalkitchen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 quarts water
1 ham bone with meat
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
2 small red potatoes, diced
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated spinach and cheese tortellini
1 zucchini, sliced
ΒΌ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat; saute onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until tender and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add water, ham bone, and chicken bouillon; simmer until meat falls off the bone, about 1 hour. Transfer ham bone to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly.
  • Stir beans and potatoes into ham broth and simmer for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cut ham into bite-size pieces and return to the pot. Add tortellini to the ham and bean soup; simmer until pasta is tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir zucchini and parsley into soup and continue to simmer until zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes more.
  • Divide soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 454.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

TORTELLINI WITH HAM AND CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, quick, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 quarts water
Salt to taste if desired
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1/2 pound cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 pound zucchini, ends trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, about 2 cups
1 1/4 pounds red ripe tomatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, about 3 cups
1 teaspoon finely minced, seeded hot green pepper, optional
1 9-ounce package fresh or dried cheese tortellini
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil and add salt.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet and add the onion and garlic. Cook briefly until wilted. Add the ham and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the zucchini and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and cook about 5 minutes. Add the pepper and continue cooking about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the tortellini to the boiling water and cook about 5 to 8 minutes or to the desired degree of doneness. Scoop out and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Drain the tortellini.
  • Add the reserved 1/4 cup cooking liquid to the sauce, along with the cream and cheese. Stir. Add the tortellini and blend well. Sprinkle with scallions and serve.

TORTELLINI WITH SWEET PEAS AND HAM



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Categories     Pasta     Pork     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb pkg fresh three-cheese tortellin
10 oz pkg frozen baby sweet peas
1 pkg (8 oz) thinly sliced ham (ie. Budding brand)
8 oz heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
1 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cook tortellin according to package directions. Drain. 2. Place frozen sweet peas in microwave safe bowl and cook in microwave for until heated through, approximately 4-5 minutes. 3. Stack thinly sliced ham together and slice into thin strips. 4. In small saucepan, melt butter. Add heavy cream and cook until heated through. 5. In large pot, toss the cooked tortellini with the peas, ham, and butter mixture. Gently fold in the parmesan cheese. 6. Serve in pasta bowl with some good crusty italian bread.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Tortellini: Opt for high-quality tortellini made with fresh ingredients. Look for tortellini that is filled with a flavorful combination of meats, cheeses, or vegetables.
  • Cook the Tortellini Properly: Follow the package instructions for cooking the tortellini. Typically, you will need to boil the tortellini in salted water until they float to the top.
  • Use a Good Quality Ham: Select a flavorful and high-quality ham for this dish. Prosciutto, Black Forest ham, or smoked ham are all excellent choices.
  • Don't Overcook the Ham: When cooking the ham, make sure not to overcook it. Overcooked ham can become tough and chewy.
  • Use Fresh Vegetables: Use fresh vegetables such as diced onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms to add color, texture, and flavor to the dish.
  • Season to Taste: Taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasoning accordingly. You may want to add additional salt, pepper, or herbs to enhance the flavor.

Conclusion:

Tortellini and ham is a classic and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its combination of tender tortellini, flavorful ham, and a creamy sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Follow these tips to make the most of this delicious recipe: choose high-quality ingredients, cook the tortellini and ham properly, and season to taste. Experiment with different variations of the dish, such as adding different types of vegetables or cheeses, to create your own unique and flavorful tortellini and ham dish.

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