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Rigatoni with Brussels Sprouts
Serves:6
Ingredients:

4 tablespoons COLAVITA Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup diced ham
1/2 pound Brussels sprouts, cut in half
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 pound COLAVITA Rigatoni, cooked according to package directions, 2 tablespoons cooking water reserved
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese


Preparation:


Heat the oil and butter in a large saute pan; add the onion and ham; saute until the onion is soft. Add the Brussels sprouts; season with the basil, thyme, salt and pepper. Add the reserved pasta water; cook, covered, until the Brussels sprouts are done, about 14 minutes. Add the pasta to the pan, toss to combine.  Remove from heat; add the cheese, toss to combine.
Per Serving: 480 Calories (34% from fat); 18g Fat (5g Sat, 9g Mono, 2g Poly); 17g Protein; 62g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 27mg Cholesterol; 582mg Sodium.  Food Exchanges: 4 Grain (Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 3 Fat.
Cook's Note: If desired, mix 6 tablespoons sour cream into the dish prior to serving.