Cheese, Broccoli & Ham Pasta

Directions

1. 1

   Bring a pan to the hob and place on a medium heat. Once hot, spray with low calorie cooking oil.

2. 2

   Add the sliced red onion and garlic then fry for 3-4 minutes until the onions are soft.

3. 3

   Next, toss in the trimmed broccoli florets and stir fry for a further 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour in the stock, stir in the soft cheese and season with basil, wholegrain mustard and cracked black pepper.

5. 5

   Toss the sliced ham into the sauce and simmer on a low heat for around ten minutes.

6. 6

   Whilst the sauce is thickening, cook the penne pasta in a pan of salted water. Cook as per the instructions on the packet to al dente doneness.

7. 7

   Pour the single cream into the sauce pan, add the penne pasta with a ladle of pasta water and mix well to combine.

8. 8

   Finally, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!