HAM IT UP PRIMAVERA

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I adapted this recipe from a cookbook my husband and I received when we got married. We love all the veggies, especially the fresh asparagus.-Angelia Holland, Plano, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2 medium zucchini, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
8 green onions, chopped
3 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus and carrots in butter for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and zucchini; saute until crisp-tender. , Stir in the ham, peas, onions, basil, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. , Drain spaghetti; place in a large bowl. Add vegetable mixture and 1/2 cup cheese; toss to combine. Serve with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.