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Ham and Egg Pasta

Cultural Context

Ham and Egg Pasta is a beloved dish in Italian-American cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting weeknight meal. It reflects the resourcefulness of home cooks, utilizing simple ingredients like pasta, eggs, and leftover ham. This dish has evolved over the years, with variations appearing in households across the United States, showcasing the versatility of pasta in everyday cooking.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 g pasta
200 g sliced ham
3 eggs
1 cup (250 ml) milk
50 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt
pepper
chives

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

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cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a bit of salt.

2

Cook 500 g of pasta according to package directions until tender.

3

Drain the pasta in a colander and return it to the pot.

4

Chop 200 g of sliced ham into small pieces.

5

In a mixing jug, whisk together 3 eggs, 1 cup (250 ml) of milk, salt, pepper, and 50 g of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

6

Add the chopped ham to the drained pasta and stir it through.

7

Pour the egg mixture over the pasta and ham, and stir well.

8

Over low heat, stir the mixture for about 2 to 3 minutes until everything is warmed through.

9

Garnish with snipped chives and additional grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermixing jugwhisk

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Pasta alla CapresePasta with Ham and Eggs

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