HAM AND TORTELLINI SKILLET

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This recipe is based loosely on a Taste of Home recipe. It's a great way to reinvent leftover ham! It's very quick and simple and uses mostly pantry ingredients.

Provided by Aurora McBee

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pkg cheese tortellini, 20 ounces or so
1/2 c bell pepper, diced
1 c broccoli florets
1/2 c peas
1 1/2 c ham, cubed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 c chicken broth
1/2 c milk or cream
2 tsp corn starch
1 Tbsp basil pesto (or dried basil)
4 Tbsp grated fresh parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Cook tortellini according to directions on package. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter over medium heat in a heavy skillet. Saute bell pepper and broccoli until slightly tender. Add ham and garlic, saute until heated through. (I let the ham get a little crispy, which was delicious)
  • 3. Combine broth, cornstarch, and pesto and add to skillet. Bring to boil and cook until thickened.
  • 4. Add milk or cream, tortellini, peas, and half of the cheese. Toss well. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • 5. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and serve.

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