Great Pasta Dinner

Rotini, Ham and Sweet Pepper Primavera  

Leave out the ham and this is a great vegetarian dish.  

Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 20 Minutes  # Served 4  

Ingredients  

1/2 pkg.(16 oz) Rotini pasta  

2 cup(s) lean cooked Ham - cut into strips  

1 lbs. Asparagus - cut into 1 inch pieces  

1 large Red or Yellow Bell Pepper - cut into 1” pieces  

1 cup(s) fresh Zucchini or Summer Squash - sliced  

2 tsp. dried Tarragon or Thyme  

1/4 tsp. crushed Red Pepper (see note)  

1 (10 oz) refrigerated Light Alfredo sauce  

Directions  

In a large pot cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Spray a large skillet with olive oil or  regular cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and saute ham until hot (about 3-4 minutes). Add tarragon/thyme and light alfredo sauce. Reduce heat to low.

In a large saucepan add 1/3 cup water; cover and bring to a boil. Add asparagus, sweet pepper, and squash; steam until crisp tender; drain. Add veggies to ham and alfredo sauce. Toss to coat. Increase heat to medium-low; cover and heat 5 minutes longer.

Add pasta to skillet mixture cover and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes or until pasta is hot.

Sprinkle with crushed red pepper.

Note: Add less or more crushed red pepper to your taste.

Also, this is best with refrigerated alfredo sauce (I use Buitoni brand), but if you can't find it; use your favorite bottled alfredo sauce.