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Festive Spicy Pasta with Ham and Olives

This is a beautiful and flavorful summer recipe. Printer-friendly version.

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon crushed red pepper, optional

4 ounces cooked ham, cut into small cubes

1 4-ounce can sliced green olives, drained

1 4-ounce can sliced black olives, drained

1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained

Parmesan cheese, optional, as garnish

In a medium pot, set pasta to boil according to the package directions. When al denté (cooked through but still firm to the bite), drain in a colander. Set aside and keep warm.

Meanwhile, in a medium pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and crushed red pepper, if using. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the ham, olives, and tomatoes with their juices. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Combine the ham mixture with the pasta, and stir gently until well-mixed. Garnish with parmesan cheese, if you like.

Serves 2 hungry people.

Equipment Needed:
Medium pot
Colander
Medium pan

Active Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Start-To-Finish Time: 30 minutes

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