Creamy Prosciutto Pasta with Peas and Parmesan: A Simple Gourmet Delight

This Prosciutto Pasta with Peas and Parmesan is an excellent option for a simple, filling supper that feels classy and cozy at the same time. Sweet green peas and salty, savory prosciutto combine to make a delicious sauce that coats each mouthful of soft penne pasta. Rich butter and Parmesan cheese add even more flavor to the sauce. This meal, which calls for only a few basic ingredients and can be prepared in about 30 minutes, is perfect for hectic weeknights or whenever you want a little gourmet flavor without all the hassle.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 3 oz prosciutto, sliced into thin strips
• 4 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper, either pre-ground or freshly cracked
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
• ⅛ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Guidelines:

1. Get the pasta and peas ready. Transfer the salted water into a big saucepan and heat it to a roaring boil.After adding the penne pasta, cook it for the recommended amount of time on the box, usually 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is al dente. Add the frozen peas to the boiling pasta during the final two to three minutes of cooking. When the pasta is cooked, strain it together with the peas, saving approximately ½ cup of the pasta water.
2. Let the prosciutto sear. Preheat a big pan over medium heat while the pasta cooks. Sliced prosciutto should be added and cooked for two to three minutes, stirring now and again, until it starts to become somewhat crispy.
3. Prepare the Butter Sauce: Melt the butter in the same skillet over a medium heat. To make the sauce smooth and loose, add a few tablespoons of the pasta water that was set aside if it looks too thick.
4. Pasta and Sauce Combination: Add the peas and drained pasta to the pan along with the butter sauce. Make sure the pasta is well covered with the buttery sauce by tossing everything together. Add the shredded Parmesan cheese to the pasta and toss constantly until the cheese melts and coats the pasta in a creamy sauce. If necessary, add a little bit extra of the pasta water that was set aside to get the right consistency.
5. Put the prosciutto in there: Put the pasta and sauce back in the pan along with the crispy prosciutto. If necessary, add more salt to the pasta’s seasoning after tasting it.
6. Serve: Spoon the pasta into dishes and, if preferred, top with more Parmesan cheese and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.

In summary:

The aromas of creamy Parmesan cheese, sweet peas, and salty prosciutto come together in this delectably straightforward recipe, prosciutto pasta with peas and Parmesan. It offers a satisfying supper that’s sophisticated enough for a dinner party yet fast enough for a weekday thanks to its ideal ratio of salty to creamy flavors. For a full, fulfilling supper, serve it with garlic bread or a simple salad!