Spaghettini with Ham and Broccoli

evelyn/athens's Note:

Who needs to spend all day in the kitchen to have a great-tasting meal? Try this one.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• ½ lb spaghettini
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 5 ounces smoked ham , diced
• ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Cook spaghettini until al dente.
2. Add broccoli to the water you are cooking spaghettini in and blanch for 15 seconds.
3. Remove broccoli and refresh under cold, running water.
4. Reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking water and drain pasta.
5. Return pasta to the pan with the reserved liquid.
6. Add butter and cream and bring to a light simmer over moderate heat, stirring.
7. Stir in ham, parmesan, ¼ tsp salt and parsley and cook mixture, stirring, until very hot.
8. Season with lots of coarsely ground black pepper and serve immediately.

Reviews

[Muffie]

It was just a touch on the bland side, but we really liked it. Used leftover steamed broccoli and macaroni. Next time I think I'll add a little basil and oregano.

[karen in tbay]

Absolutely loved this dish. Will definitely make again.

[Bev]

This is so flavorful and so easy to prepare! I made as directed using some black forest deli ham which was perfect. The sauce was not too heavy, but just right for the spaghettini. Thanks so much, Evelyn!