How To Make Spaghetti With Corn, Ham And Ricotta Salata

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    Spaghetti with Corn, Ham and Ricotta Salata

    Serves 4

    Recipe by Rebekah Peppler

    INGREDIENTS

    1 lb spaghetti

    2 tablespoons unsalted butter

    1 lb ham steak, cut in 1/4-inch cubes

    1 cup frozen corn

    1 cup shaved ricotta, divided

    1/4 cup basil leaves, thinly sliced in ribbons

    kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

    PREPARATION

    Cook spaghetti according to package directions, until al dente. Drain through a colander, reserving about a cup of the pasta water.

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, then add diced ham and cook until the ham is starting to brown, about 5 minutes, moving the ham around the pan occasionally. Add 1 cup frozen corn kernels and cook until the corn is thawed and warmed through, about 2 minutes. Add the pasta, 3/4 cup shaved ricotta salata and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.

    Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with basil ribbons and an additional ¼ cup shaved ricotta salata.

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    For this recipe, you'll need a 12-inch skillet and a large pot to cook the pasta.

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