Hawaiian Ham, Shiitake Mushrooms and Asparagus Penne
Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Prep time: 15 min.
Cooking time: 15 min.

Ingredients:

• 2 - Tablespoon butter
• 1-1/2 - cups ham, diced
• 1 - onion (chopped)
• 4 - ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 2 - ounces asparagus, sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 2 - cloves garlic, minced
• 1-3/4 cups heavy cream
• 12 - ounces penne, cooked in boiling salted water until al dente, then drained
• 1 - cup macadamia nuts, chopped
• 1 - tomato, diced
• 2 - ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Next, add ham, onion, mushrooms, asparagus and garlic and sauté until vegetables are just tender.
2. Add cream and bring to a simmer. Add drained penne and simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in macadamia nuts and tomatoes and heat through.
3. Place in a serving bowl and sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley. Serve immediately.