1 (16 oz) penne pasta, cooked
2 Tbs. olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups cubed, cooked ham
2 cloves garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 sweet red pepper, chopped small
1/4 cup fresh parsley (dried is ok)
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 can chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
- heat oil and butter. Add ham, red pepper, and onion. Cook 4-6 minutes. Add garlic and herbs, Cook 1-2 minutes longer.
-stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 10 to 15 minutes, (or until liquid reduced to half.)
-add pasta, toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
