Ham and Peas Macaroni Alfredo

Ham and Peas Macaroni Alfredo:

1 pound box casserole macaroni

1 stick butter, cut into large chunks

2 cloves garlic

1/2 pound deli or leftover ham, sliced 1/4-inch wide strips

1 cup frozen peas, defrosted and at room temperature

1 3/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 pint light cream

1 cup whole milk

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 scant teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Slice ham into 1/8” x 1/4” x 1 1/2” strips. Set aside.  

2. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions.  

3. While pasta is cooking, add butter to a large saucepan on medium heat. Using a grater or microplane, grate garlic into butter. Cook and stir for about 2 minutes. Do not let the butter or garlic brown. 

4. Add light cream, milk, and salt, stirring frequently. Let come to come to a simmer. Add cheese, stirring until mixture thickens, about a minute. Gently fold in peas and ham.  

5. Drain pasta. Add to sauce, stirring to incorporate. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately.

6. Makes 6 servings.

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