This easy pasta recipe uses a broth-type sauce rather than a tomato-based one, which can aggravate heartburn. Buy frozen vegetables in bags so you can measure what you need. Feel free to substitute cooked chicken or turkey, leftover seafood, or lean beef in this recipe. Fresh herbs, when they’re available, always enhance the overall flavor of the dish.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients
12 ounces bow-tie pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 14.5-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon dried basil or thyme, crumbled (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
1 cup frozen petite peas
4 ounces low-sodium boiled ham, thinly sliced and cut into 1/2-inch strips
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.

2. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic powder and cook for 15 seconds. Pour in the broth; stir in the basil or thyme and cook for three minutes or until just boiling.

3. Place the peas in a large colander. Drain the pasta directly over the peas. Return the pasta and peas to the pan, and pour in the broth. Turn burner heat to medium-high; add the ham and toss well to combine. Cook for about two minutes or until piping hot.

4. Ladle pasta into serving bowls and serve with grated cheese, if desired.

Nutrient Information Per Serving
Calories: 444
Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 18 mg
Sodium: 240 mg
Carbohydrate: 21 g
Protein: 4 g

Developed by Pat Baird, M.A., R.D.

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