Creamy ham & mushroom pasta bake

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Description

Use up the leftovers in your fridge with this hearty family supper dish

Ingredient

- 1 lb pasta (any type)

- 1 lb cooked ham, diced

- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced

- 1 onion, diced

- 3 cloves of garlic, minced

- 1 cup heavy cream

- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

- 1 teaspoon dried parsley

- Salt and pepper to taste

Direction

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.

4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they are soft and slightly browned.

5. Next, add the diced ham to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

7. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

8. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and mix everything together until the pasta is coated with the creamy sauce.

9. Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.

10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

11. Once done, let the pasta bake cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy ham and mushroom pasta bake!

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