Low Sodium Creamy Ham Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of "Low Sodium Creamy Ham Pasta," a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for weeknight dinners. This easy recipe features tender whole grain penne pasta enveloped in a luscious, velvety sauce made from unsalted butter, low sodium chicken broth, and a splash of rich heavy cream. With bite-sized pieces of savory low sodium ham, fragrant garlic, and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan, each forkful is packed with flavor while staying heart-healthy. Highlighted with a touch of freshly chopped parsley, this dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the ultimate low-sodium comfort food for the whole family. Serve it on its own or pair it with a crisp green salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole grain penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces low sodium ham, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and cook the whole grain penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the diced low sodium ham to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until it starts to brown slightly.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the ham and garlic, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to cook the flour.
Gradually whisk in the low sodium chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Add the heavy cream to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken, for about 3-4 minutes.
Season the sauce with freshly ground black pepper and add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.5 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.4 g | 387% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 2736 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.5 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 117.2 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 718 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2350 mg | 50% | |
*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.
