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Piccolini® Mini Penne with Ham and Artichokes
Piccolini® Mini Penne con Prosciutto Cotto e Carciofi

Ease of preparation:  

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4-6

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Wine pairing: White



Ingredients

1 boxPiccolini® Mini Penne
2 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoonsshallot, minced
1 cupham, julienne
8-½ ouncesartichoke hearts
½ cupmilk
to tastesalt
to tastefreshly ground black pepper


HEAT oil and shallots in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté for 2 minutes until the shallots are slightly translucent.
ADD the ham and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
ADD the artichokes and sauté for 2 more minutes.
Meanwhile,COOK the Piccolini® Mini Penne according to the package directions.
ADD the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and continue for 5 minutes. Move 1/3 of the sauce mixture to a blender and puree for two minutes, return to the pan.
DRAIN /strong> and toss the pasta with the sauce. Re-season the pasta if needed and serve.