1 pound Ziti, Penne or other medium shape pasta -- uncooked 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil 12 ounces lean turkey ham -- cut into bite-size pieces 1 red bell pepper (about 1 cup) -- diced 1 cup non-fat sour cream 1 10-ounce package frozen spinach -- thawed and drained well 3/4 cup skim milk 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon hot sauce Salt and pepper -- to taste
Preparation
Prepare the pasta according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, warm the oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the ham and red pepper and cook until browned. Meanwhile, purée the sour cream, spinach, milk, mustard, parsley, dill, lemon juice and hot sauce in a food processor or blender until very smooth. Add the purée to the ham. Heat to a simmer.
When the pasta is done, drain it well. Toss pasta with the sauce, season with salt and pepper and serve.
