CREAMY HAM PENNE

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This is a quick and delicious pasta dish that is also healthy. Approximate nutritional value per serving: 233 calories, 6g fat, 19g carbs

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fat-free milk
1 package (6-1/2 ounces) reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook penne according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain. Remove and set aside., In the same pan, combine milk and spreadable cheese. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Add the ham, pepper and penne mixture; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein.