Ham Linguine

Ingredients

• 2 cups ham steaks or bone-in ham, shredded into medium pieces
• 1 lb linguine
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 cup peas
• 2 lemons, juice and zest of
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup basil, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Cook pasta as directed.

2. 2

   While the pasta is boiling, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in non-stick skillet over medium high heat. When the pan begins to smoke, saute the garlic for 1 minute. Add the ham and continue to saute until ham begins to brown. Finally, add the capers and the peas, saute for one more minute.

3. 3

   While the skillet is still hot, drain the pasta and add to the ham mixture. Add the lemon zest, juice, salt, pepper and 2 more tbsp olive oil. Saute for 1 to 2 minutes to let the flavors combine. Remove from heat and toss with herbs.