This easy weeknight dinner comes together in a pinch. It's a great way to use up leftover ham from a holiday meal. Just add a bag of frozen peas and a quick-and-easy homemade alfredo sauce you can make in minutes.
Place a large pot of water on the stovetop to boil. Add a hefty pinch of salt. Boil the pasta according to the directions on the package.
Open the bag of frozen peas and place them in the bottom of a mesh strainer. Drain the pasta over the peas. The heat from the water and pasta will thaw them perfectly.
Meanwhile, dice the cooked ham. Prepare the homemade Alfredo sauce if using.
Once the sauce is ready, stir in the cooked ham and let it warm through for 1 - 2 minutes. Toss the sauce with the pasta and peas.