For Grown-Ups
Smitty's Wagon Wheel Pasta
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- Mover Smitty loves this wagon wheel pasta because it reminds him of one of his favorite place -- the Wild West. After all, he does love to wear cowboy hats! Full of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and iron, this one-dish meal is perfect for your preschooler because of the fun shapes and great flavor! See More Recipes
You'll Need
- 1 pound whole-wheat or organic wheel pasta
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups ham, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 16-ounce bag baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook until just done (slightly al dente). Drain pasta and set aside.
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In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes. Increase heat to high and add ham. Cook for 3 minutes.
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Add peas and spinach to pot, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook until spinach is nearly completely wilted.
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Stir in cooked pasta and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper.
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Garnish with parmesan cheese and serve.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
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