Penne With Peas, Ham And Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   Bring large pot water to boil, salt water liberally.
2. 2
   Cook penne until done, according to package directions.
3. 3
   Brown ham in pan.
4. 4
   Add peas to boiling water during last 2-3 minutes of pasta cooking.
5. 5
   While pasta is cooking, mix cheese's and butter in bowl and set aside.
6. 6
   Reserve approximately 1 cup pasta cooking water, drain pasta, no need to rinse.
7. 7
   Add enough pasta cooking water to thin cheese and butter mixture to a sauce consistency.
8. 8
   Add pasta and peas with ham to cheese mixture, stir well, adding extra pasta water as needed to thin sauce.
9. 9
   Add extra Parmesan to pasta, add pepper to taste.