Leftover Ham and Cheese Pasta

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb penne uncooked
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion chopped
• 2 cups ham cooked, chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
• 1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
• 3/4 cup frozen peas
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook the penne al-dente according to package instructions.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and saute for about 5 minutes until the onion softens.
3. Add the ham to the pot and cook for about 8 minutes until the ham starts to brown slightly.
4. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper. Add the cheeses and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring, until the cheese melts.
5. Add the pasta, peas, stir and cook for a couple more minutes.
6. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Source: Jo Cooks