Creamy Pasta Shells with Broccoli and Ham

By tori420d

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper
• 1  pound  small pasta shells
• 4  cups  small broccoli florets (from 1 medium head broccoli)
• 2  tablespoons  unsalted butter
• 1  small onion, finely chopped
• 4  ounces  cooked ham, chopped
• 3/4  cup  heavy cream, warmed
• 1/2  cup  grated Parmesan

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Add broccoli for last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and return to pot.

2. While pasta is cooking, melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add ham and cook, stirring, 2 minutes longer. Stir in cream, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

3. Scrape cream mixture into pot with pasta and broccoli. Add cheese and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately, passing more Parmesan, if desired.