Sweet Potato and Ham Skillet

By urbcindy

1 1/4 c = 5 points

Ingredients

• 3 C uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
• 2 med sweet potatoe, peeled and cut in 1/2 in cubes
• 1 T water
• 7 oz cooked ham cubed
• 1 med green pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 T olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 can (14 1/2 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 C half and half
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 3/4 C shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

- Cook pasta according to directions
- Place potatoes and water in microwave safe bowl; cover and microwave on high for 4-5 min until potatoes are almost tender
- In skillet, cook onions and pepper in oil over medium heat until tender; add garlic and cook one minute longer
- Stir in tomatoes, pepper and ham, heat through
- Drain pasta; add to skillet with cream; heat until just hot; sprinkle with cheese and let stand until cheese melts