Penne with Spinach and Ham

 

2 2/3

cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta (8 oz)

2

teaspoons olive oil

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

4

cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 1/2

cups grape tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes

2/3

cup finely chopped cooked ham

1/2

cup dry white wine or water

4

cups fresh spinach leaves

2

tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese

• 1 Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
• 2 Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender. Stir in tomatoes, ham and wine. Cook and stir until some of the wine has evaporated.
• 3 Add spinach and pasta; toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese.