Ham and Tortellini Combo

I love making different variations of “traditional” meals.  And this easy dinner recipe is no different! Normally, when people think of tortellini, they think Italian, red sauce with sausage.  This ham and tortellini combo is a much different version from others.  With diced ham, spinach and a white sauce, this can be used as an excellent main or side dish! If you have followed any of my previous recipes, you will know I love garlic and cheese!  Cheese of any kind!  And this recipe is no exception!  Therefore, lets get started!

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Ham and Tortellini combo

Above all, this is an easy recipe that can be used as a side dish or main! The choice is yours!

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 3 tbsp Flour
• 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
• 1 cup Milk I used 2%
• 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
• 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• 1 cup Diced Ham I purchase an 8 oz bag of diced organic ham at my grocery store
• Freshly Ground Black Pepper to Taste
• 1 16 oz Package Frozen Cheese Tortellini
• 2 cups Chopped Spinach

Instructions

• Cook tortellini according to directions and set aside.
• Melt butter in large pan, add minced garlic and saute until fragrant. Add flour and pepper, stir until smooth.  Add milk and chicken broth.  Bring to a boil while stirring constantly.  Add additional chicken broth if you would like a thinner sauce.  Add 3/4 cup of shredded Parmesan and stir until melted.  
• Add cooked tortellini and mix until pasta is covered.  Stir in chopped spinach, cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted.  Garnish with remaining shredded Parmesan cheese.
  

Conclusion

In conclusion, I hope you enjoy this recipe!  I served it with garlic bread and Cesar salad for a wonderful meal!!  Furthermore, it can be used as a side dish too! another great recipe to try is my Steak and Sweet Potato Hash Sheet Pan recipe.  Delicious and easy!

Additionally, check out Babbling with Brooke’s blog.  She is always creating fun and different recipes!

 

 

 

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Above all, thank you for spending your time here at Colorado Kelly!  I love having you here and appreciate everyone that comes to visit and look forward to having you come back soon!

 

 

 

 

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