Recipe: Angel Hair Spaghetti with Vegetables and Ham in Basil-Sour Cream Sauce

ANGEL HAIR SPAGHETTI WITH VEGETABLES AND HAM

"Pasta, vegetables and ham are combined in a light flavorful creamy sauce."

8 ounces uncooked dried angel hair pasta (capellini)
1 (16 ounce) package frozen vegetable combination (broccoli, carrots and cauliflower)
FOR THE SAUCE:
2 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups milk
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 cup light sour cream
8 ounces cooked ham, cut into julienne strips
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Keep warm.

Meanwhile, cook vegetables according to package directions; drain.

TO MAKE THE SAUCE:
Melt margarine in 2-quart saucepan; add garlic. Cook 1 minute over medium-low heat.

Stir in flour; continue cooking until smooth and bubbly (1 minute).

Stir in milk, bouillon granules, dry mustard and basil with wire whisk. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened (4 to 6 minutes).

Stir in sour cream; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until heated through (2 to 3 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in ham and vegetables.

Serve over hot cooked pasta. Serve with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Land O Lakes