Speedy Ham and Macaroni

Submitted by: Vicky Hartel 
'I came up with this colorful stovetop dinner on a day I needed to get supper together in a jiffy,' says Vicky Hartel, Caledonia, Wisconsin, a busy mother of three. 'I save time by cooking the broccoli along with the macaroni.' 

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Creamy Ham Fettuccine

Submitted by: Valerie Holter 
When Valerie Holter's husband was stationed with the Navy in Italy, she enjoyed the local cuisine. 'I loved the pasta and learned to make this rich dish from frequent restaurant visits,' she notes from Waveland, Mississippi. Tip: Valerie recommends preparing it with spinach fettuccine if it's available at your supermarket. 

Creamy Ham and Rice

Submitted by: Meg Fortino 
'My mother made this dish while we were growing up, and it was the first recipe I requested from her collection when I moved out on my own,' recalls Meg Fortino of Powder Springs, Georgia. 'My husband loves it and requests the leftovers for his lunch box.' 

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Macaroni Ham Salad

Submitted by: Lori Thompson 
'I like to make this hearty main-dish salad in summer when it's too hot to turn on the oven,' shares Lori Thompson of New London, Texas. 'My husband and children really like the unexpected flavor of the dill pickle.' 

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Creamy Ham Turnovers

Submitted by: Earnestine Jackson 
Prepared pizza crust makes these tasty turnovers a time-saver. 'The golden-brown bundles look like you fussed, but they're very simple,' says Earnestine Jackson of Beaumont, Texas. 

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Cheesy Ham Tortellini

Submitted by: Margaret Wilson 
In Hemet, California, Margaret Wilson came up with this creamy skillet supper when trying to finish up leftover ham. 'it's colorful as well as quick to make,' she assures. 

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Spaghetti Ham Toss

Submitted by: Marybeth Wright 
Marybeth Wright of Maitland, Florida says it takes her only minutes to make this time-saving pasta toss. Leftover ham, canned ripe olives, sliced mushrooms and roasted red peppers lend plenty of flavor to the colorful combination of tastes. 

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Ham and Creamy Potato Scallops

Submitted by: Mabel Courtney 
Everyone loves these scalloped potatoes. This dish is my own creation - it's a combination of three different recipes! Besides tasting good, this dish is foolproof to make, and the ingredients won't separate during baking. 

Hurry-Up Ham Carbonara

Submitted by: Ramona Parris 
This pleasing pasta from Romona Parris of Marietta Georgia will satisfy your taste buds and your pocketbook. 'Try adding frozen peas or sliced mushrooms for even more flavor,' she suggests. Priced at 96 cents a plate, it's bound to make regular appearances at your table. 

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Pretty Ham Primavera

Submitted by: Joan Laurenzo 
Joan gives her leftover ham a face-lift in this tasty pasta dish she mixes up in a wink. The mild cream sauce gets fresh flavor from sauteed mushrooms and a boost of color from frozen peas. 
 
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