Posted on Friday, September 12, 2025 in
Pasta Recipes
Discover an easy, comforting pasta dish with a rich, creamy twist! This creamy ham pasta combines perfectly cooked pasta with a savory tomato-mayonnaise sauce, tender ham slices, and fresh parsley. Topped with grated Parmesan, it’s a simple yet indulgent meal ready in minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch, this recipe balances creamy richness with light, fresh flavors. Ingredients include pasta, tomato sauce, mayonnaise, ham, parsley, and Parmesan, all blended into a smooth, flavorful sauce. Simply cook the pasta al dente, mix the sauce ingredients, combine, and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top. Serve immediately for a satisfying, cheesy comfort dish that’s sure to please the whole family.
| Preparation time | 5 min |
| Cooking Time | 10 min |
| Ready In | 20 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 507 |
| Fat | 15g |
| Carbs | 58g |
| Protein | 23g |
Ingredients
300 g pasta (about 2 1/3 cups dry pasta)100 g tomato sauce (about 1/2 cup)7 tablespoons mayonnaise2 teaspoons fresh parsley25 g grated Parmesan (about 1/4 cup)50 g sliced ham (about 4–5 slices)
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Preparation
- Cook the pasta al dente.
- Mix the tomato sauce, mayonnaise, parsley, 2/3 of the Parmesan, and the ham, and stir well.
- Add the sauce to the pasta and mix thoroughly.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top and serve.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Calve.pt
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