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Coquillettes au Jambon

Cultural Context

Coquillettes au Jambon is a beloved comfort food in France, often enjoyed by families for its simplicity and heartiness. Originating from French home cooking, this dish highlights the use of basic ingredients like pasta, ham, and cheese, making it a staple in many households. Today, it’s popular not just in France but also in various adaptations around the world, showcasing the universal appeal of creamy pasta dishes.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz gluten-free macaroni pasta
1 cup shredded Comté cheese
1 lb diced cooked ham
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gruyere cheese

🥗Healthier: emmental cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Emmental is a more affordable option with similar melting qualities.

1

Add water to a pot and season it with salt.

2

Add butter and ground black pepper to the water.

3

Bring the mixture to a boil and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

4

Add gluten-free macaroni pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente.

5

Once the pasta is al dente, add shredded Comté cheese and diced ham to the pot.

6

Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients.

7

Cover the pot with a lid and remove from heat.

8

Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

9

Serve the pasta and optionally top with chopped fresh chives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potskilletbaking dishcolanderspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

milkwheateggs

Also Known As

Ham PastaHam Shells
Local Name: Coquillettes au Jambon

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