Succotash Pasta

16         oz. small pasta shells
1           teaspoon butter
2           cups diced ham (8 oz.)
1           package (10 oz.) frozen corn
1           package (10 oz.) frozen green baby lima beans
2/3        cup milk (2% or 4% milkfat)
1/2        teaspoon dried sage
1/4        teaspoon salt
1/4        teaspoon black pepper
2           cups chopped tomatoes (2 medium)
1/2        cup sliced green onion
1/4        cup chopped fresh parsley

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

In a very large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add ham; cook and stir until browned, 5 minutes. Stir in corn, beans, milk, sage, salt and pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, pasta, green onions and parsley. Cook just until heated through. Makes 9-1/2 cups. Serves 6.

Nutritional Information per Serving:
Calories 500, Protein 26 g, Carbohydrates 83 g, Fat 7 g, Calories from fat 13%, Cholesterol 30 g, Fiber 9 g, Folate 62 mcg, Sodium 823 mg