Pasta with Peas and Ham
(from lynniebell’s recipe box)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Pasta
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- Salt
- 1/2 pound farfalle pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3/4 cup cooked ham, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Directions
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In a bowl or a jar with a sealing lid, combine lemon juice, pepper, olive oil, half the cheese, and a pinch of salt. Cover and shake well; set aside.
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Bring about 4 quarts water to a boil on high heat. Add 1 T. salt to water. Add pasta and set timer for 2 minutes less than package directions.
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When timer sounds, add peas and ham to boiling pasta and set timer for 2 more minutes.
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Strain all together, draining well. Place in a bowl.
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Add lemon juice and oil dressing. Mix well and top with remaining Parmesan cheese.