Creamy Ham & Penne Pasta



8 ounces dry penne pasta, uncooked
1/2 cup frozen green peas
1 10-ounce canRo*TelŪ Mild Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
1 8-ounce package 1/3 less fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), cubed
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped fully cooked lean ham

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt; add peas last 2 minutes of cook time. Drain; set aside and keep warm.
2. In pan used for pasta, combine all remaining ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until cheese melts and mixture is bubbly. Stir in pasta and peas.

Yield: 4 servings.