Go Back
Print
Recipe Image
–
+
servings
US Customary
Metric
Smaller
Normal
Larger
Print
One-Pot Ham and Cheese Pasta {Leftover Ham Recipe}
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Keyword
ham, Pasta, Weeknight Favorites
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
people
Ingredients
1
lb
penne (or similar shaped) pasta, uncooked
2
cups
chopped ham
3 ¼
cups
low sodium chicken broth
2 ½
cups
milk
2
cups
shredded cheddar cheese
US Customary
-
Metric
Instructions
Place pasta, ham, chicken broth, and milk into a large pot.
Simmer the pasta till tender, about 10-12 minutes. Make sure to stir the pasta every 4-5 minutes to prevent it from sticking.
When pasta is tender add the cheese and stir gently till melted. Season with pepper and salt if desired. Serve immediately.