Categories: Main Dish, Pasta, Pork

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked penne pasta
• 1 lb fresh asparagus , trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 large onion , chopped
• 1/4 cup butter , cubed
• 1/2 lb cubed cooked ham
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper , to taste
• salt , to taste

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus and onion in butter for 5-8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.

3. Add in the ham, cream, pepper, and salt; bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat; cook over low heat for 1 minute.

5. Drain pasta; add to the asparagus mixture; toss to coat.

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