Prosciutto Pasta

Dive into this quick 30-minute Prosciutto Pasta recipe! Crispy prosciutto, tender peas, and a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce for a satisfying dinner.

📝 Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
• 3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup frozen peas
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Boil pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. 2Crisp prosciutto: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove prosciutto and set aside on a paper towel.
3. 3Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. 4Simmer sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add frozen peas. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
5. 5Crumble prosciutto: Crumble the crispy prosciutto and add half back into the skillet, saving some for garnish.
6. 6Toss pasta: Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat with the cream sauce.
7. 7Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with remaining crispy prosciutto and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.