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Prosciutto Pasta

Creamy Prosciutto Pasta Ready in 20 Minutes for Dinner Bliss

This Creamy Prosciutto Pasta is a quick and comforting dish, ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Any Quality Pasta Cook al dente for the best texture
For the Sauce
  • 6 ounces Prosciutto Use Prosciutto di Parma or San Daniele
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Creates a rich base of flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly chopped adds depth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides a silky texture
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Fresh or canned
  • 1 cup Peas Add for sweetness and color
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Infuses herby notes
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for a nutty finish
  • 1 leaf Basil Optional for freshness

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Add prosciutto and sauté until crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, tomatoes, peas, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Crumble half of the prosciutto into the sauce, add pasta, and toss to coat.
  6. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually. Toss to combine.
  7. Serve topped with remaining prosciutto and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with reserved pasta water or cream as needed.

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