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Prosciutto Pasta

Creamy Prosciutto Pasta Ready in Only 20 Minutes

A quick and indulgent creamy prosciutto pasta recipe made in 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta Cooked al dente
For the Sauce
  • 6 oz Prosciutto High-quality like Prosciutto di Parma
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a rich creamy sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Freshly chopped
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Added at the end
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For sautéing

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add prosciutto and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Lower the heat and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Add tomatoes, peas, and Italian seasoning, letting it simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Crumble half of the crispy prosciutto into the sauce and allow the flavors to meld for 1 minute.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat, using reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  7. Serve the pasta topped with reserved crispy prosciutto and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is freezer-friendly and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

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