Ham Linguine

TexasKelly's Note:

I got this from a Cooks Ham flier. I actually used thick slices of ham and cut them into strips, but I'm sure its also good (maybe better) made with whole ham like the recipe says to use.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 cups ham steaks or 2 cups bone-in ham , shredded into medium pieces
• 1 lb linguine
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil , divided
• 3 garlic cloves , minced
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 cup peas
• 2 lemons, juice and zest of
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• ¼ cup mint , chopped
• ¼ cup basil , chopped

Directions:

1. Cook pasta as directed.
2. While the pasta is boiling, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in non-stick skillet over medium high heat. When the pan begins to smoke, saute the garlic for 1 minute. Add the ham and continue to saute until ham begins to brown. Finally, add the capers and the peas, saute for one more minute.
3. While the skillet is still hot, drain the pasta and add to the ham mixture. Add the lemon zest, juice, salt, pepper and 2 more tbsp olive oil. Saute for 1 to 2 minutes to let the flavors combine. Remove from heat and toss with herbs.