SPANISH HAM AND MANCHEGO PASTA SALAD

Spanish Ham and Manchego Pasta Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more, for serving
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
1 cup grated manchego cheese
8 ounces dried penne
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic, 3/4 cup of the manchego, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
Add the ham, parsley and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup manchego and sprinkle with smoked paprika. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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