Smoked ham linguine

Indulge your taste buds with this scrumptious smoked ham linguine recipe. This dish marries the delicate flavors of linguine and broccoli with the rich, smoky essence of ham, all brought together with a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and presentation.

serves 4

ingredients

• 450g/1lb dried linguine
• 450g/1lb broccoli florets
• 225g/8oz smoked ham, cut into thin strips

For the cheese sauce

• 25g/1oz butter
• 1 tablespoon plain flour
• 250ml/9fl oz milk
• 2 tablespoons single cream
• pinch of ground nutmeg
• 50g/2oz Cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

• Bring a large pan of lightly salted water to the boil.

    Add the linguine and broccoli, and cook for 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente.

    Drain the linguine and broccoli thoroughly, then set aside and keep warm.

• Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce.

    Melt the butter in a non-stick saucepan, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

   Gradually pour in the milk, stirring all the time using a wooden spoon.

   Stir in the cream and season with the nutmeg, salt and pepper.

   Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to reduce, then remove from the heat and stir in the cheeses.

   Stir until the cheeses have melted and blended into the sauce.

• Toss the linguine, broccoli and ham in the cheese sauce, then gently warm through over a very low heat.

    Divide the pasta among four serving bowls, and serve immediately. 

Nutrition

Calories: 720 kcal Carbohydrates: 90 g

• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Sugars: 5 g Protein: 33 g Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 80 mg Sodium: 1200 mg Potassium: 600 mg Vitamin A: 800 IU Vitamin C: 60 mg Calcium: 300 mg Iron: 3 mg