Prosciutto Pasta with Peas and Parmesan Cheese Recipe
Delight in the savory flavors of Prosciutto Pasta with Peas and Parmesan Cheese. This quick and easy recipe combines the saltiness of prosciutto, the sweetness of green peas, and the richness of Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté, Boil
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta (penne)
Green Peas:
- 1 cup green peas (frozen)
Prosciutto:
- 3 oz prosciutto
Butter:
- 4 tablespoons butter
Black Pepper:
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (ground or freshly cracked)
Parmesan:
- 1 cup Parmesan (shredded)
Salt:
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta and Peas: Cook pasta until al dente, adding frozen peas in the last 5-7 minutes. Drain and reserve pasta water.
- Prepare Prosciutto: Tear prosciutto into smaller pieces.
- Sauté Prosciutto: In a skillet, heat butter and sauté prosciutto with black pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cooked pasta with peas to the skillet, sprinkle Parmesan cheese, and stir until melted.
- Final Seasoning: Season with salt and serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Feel free to add a splash of lemon juice for a citrusy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Prosciutto Pasta, Peas, Parmesan Cheese, Italian Pasta Recipe
