I adore this easy to make dinner recipe, and my kids love it because it has such a fun name. Even the older ones think its funny that it is called Hay and Straw. Tastes great, super easy and a nice inexpensive dinner. If you are looking for more inexpensive dinner ideas, check out the Recipe section. Frugal Changes.
Noodle and Ham Recipe or Hay and Straw Pasta Recipe
1 pkg. (16 oz.) linguine noodles
2 c. fully cooked ham, julienned
1 Tbs. butter
3 c. canned or frozen peas
1-1/2 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 c. heavy whipping cream
Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. In large skillet, saute the ham in the butter for about 3-4 minutes. Add the peas, and heat through. Drain the pasta, and dump into a serving bowl. Toss the ham mixture with the noodles. Add the cream and the parmesan cheese. Serve. So good!
It would be great to try this recipe with a little bacon or Italian pancetta in it.