Penne e Bisi

I’m on a pesto kick, I guess.  Here’s a delicious pesto pasta recipe that’s also a great way to use some of those Easter ham leftovers.  For those of you who don’t eat pork, just substitute smoked turkey or roasted vegetables.  On another note, I’ll be back from China by next weekend!  I look forward to sharing all sorts of fabulous food experiences and inspiration with you all!

¼ cup frozen peas (heaping)

¼ cup chopped ham (heaping)

1 cup cooked penne pasta

2 tbsp pesto

2-3 tbsp hot pasta water

1. Sauté peas and ham briefly over medium high heat until heated through.
2. Add pesto and stir to combine.
3. Toss in pasta to coat.
4. If necessary, add hot pasta water (reserved from boiling the penne), a tablespoon at a time to loosen up the pesto so it coats the pasta better.

Serves 1