Creamy Herbed Pasta with Broccoli and Ham

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• 4 cups dried pasta (10 oz)
• 1/4 cup snipped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil, crushed
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 of an 8 iz package cream cheese
• 1/2 cup 4% milkfat cottage cheese
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 head of broccoli
• 3/4 cup chopped cooked ham

1. Cut broccoli into bite sized pieces. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast in 425 degree oven for 25 minutes.

2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.

3. Meanwhile, cook basil and garlic in hot oil about 30 seconds. Reduce heat. Add cream cheese, cottage cheese, and parmesan. Cook and stir until nearly smooth

4. Stir in milk and salt until combined. Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat. Cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.

5. Stir broccoli, ham, and pasta into thickened sauce.

Enjoy!

Recipe adapted from Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook, 14th ed