Pretty Penne Ham Skillet

Ingredients:
~ 1 lb uncooked penne pasta
~ 3 c. fully cooked ham, cubed
~ 1 large red pepper, diced
~ 1 med. yellow onion, chopped
~ 1/4 c. fresh minced parsley (or dried)
~ 2 garlic cloves, minced OR 1/4 tsp. powder
~ 1/2 tsp basil
~ 1/2 tsp oregano
~ 1/4 c. olive oil
~ 3 T butter
~ 1 can chicken broth
~ 1 T lemon juice
~ 1/2 c. shredded Parmesan

Directions:
Cook pasta. Meanwhile, in large skillet, saute veggies, ham and seasoning in oil and butter for 4-6 minutes until ham is brown and veggies are tender. Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer uncovered 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Drain pasta and stir into mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Recipe from: my sister, Tricia