Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham and Cream Recipe

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Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham and Cream
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 - 4minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
  3. Add the peas and water to the pan and cook 3 minutes, stirring. Stir in the ham and cook 2 minutes. Add the cream; bring to a low simmer and cook 5 minutes.
  4. Drain the pasta; place in a large serving bowl.
  5. Stir remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream mixture over low heat until melted.
  6. Stir in the cheese.
  7. Pour sauce over pasta to coat.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 401.83 Kcal (1682 kJ)
Calories from fat 129.59 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.4g 22%
Cholesterol 45.91mg 15%
Sodium 256.69mg 11%
Potassium 83.47mg 2%
Total Carbs 53.68g 18%
Sugars 3.33g 13%
Dietary Fiber 3.82g 15%
Protein 14.35g 29%
Vitamin C 3.2mg 5%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.8mg 10%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 270.56 Kcal (1133 kJ)
Calories from fat 87.26 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.7g 22%
Cholesterol 30.91mg 15%
Sodium 172.84mg 11%
Potassium 56.2mg 2%
Total Carbs 36.15g 18%
Sugars 2.24g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2.57g 15%
Protein 9.66g 29%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 5%
Iron 1.2mg 10%
Calcium 46.4mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.5
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

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