Creamy Prosciutto Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish that combines prosciutto, heavy cream, and fresh peas for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 4 oz prosciutto, diced
- 1 cup fresh peas can be frozen if out of season
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and measure all your ingredients.
- Dice the prosciutto, mince the garlic, and prep fresh peas if using.
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil for the pasta.
Cooking
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta but reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil for a minute before adding the minced garlic.
- Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced prosciutto and sauté for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
- Add the fresh (or frozen) peas and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Add the cooked pasta, tossing it in the creamy sauce to coat thoroughly.
- Transfer to bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish is easily customizable with different vegetables or proteins. For a lighter version, consider using a low-fat cream option. Recommended to serve with a salad and white wine.