Description
Pasta with Ham, Leeks, and Spinach is a comforting dish that brings together the savory richness of diced ham, the sweet softness of sautéed leeks, and the vibrant freshness of spinach—all enveloped in a creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also delivers a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup leeks, sliced (white part only)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté leeks for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the diced ham to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency; mix in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg