Ham It Up Primavera Recipe****

By Roger829

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 teaspoon 1-1/2 salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cup 1-1/2 heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

Details

Adapted from www,tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

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.
Yield: 12 servings.