Ham It Up Spaghetti
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with 'Ham It Up Spaghetti,' a creamy and indulgent pasta dish that combines tender spaghetti with savory diced ham, vibrant red bell peppers, and a rich, Parmesan-infused sauce. This recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, featuring a luscious blend of heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and garlic for an irresistible medley of flavors. Fresh baby spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, while a sprinkle of chopped parsley completes this comforting yet elegant meal. Perfect for busy nights or casual entertaining, 'Ham It Up Spaghetti' transforms simple pantry staples into a dish that’s sure to impress. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups ham, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
Add diced ham to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly browned.
Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, combining it with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your 'Ham It Up Spaghetti'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.4 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.0 g | 570% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 7223 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 134.3 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1071 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1606 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
