Creamy Ham and Asparagus Tagliatelle
Indulge in the ultimate comfort meal with this Creamy Ham and Asparagus Tagliatelle, a delightful medley of flavors and textures that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion. Featuring tender tagliatelle pasta tossed in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, this dish is elevated with the freshness of sautéed asparagus, the richness of savory cooked ham, and a bright touch of zesty lemon. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick yet luxurious recipe that combines minimal effort with maximum flavor. Whether you’re looking for a way to impress dinner guests or simply treat yourself, this creamy pasta dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese for an irresistible finishing touch! Keywords: creamy pasta, tagliatelle recipe, ham and asparagus pasta, one-pan dinner, easy pasta recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams tagliatelle pasta
- 300 grams asparagus
- 200 grams cooked ham
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tagliatelle according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends. Cut the asparagus spears into 2-3 cm pieces.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus pieces and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce and stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and the lemon zest.
Cut the cooked ham into bite-sized strips and add them to the sauce. Return the sautéed asparagus to the pan as well.
Add the cooked tagliatelle to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, stir in some of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with more salt or black pepper if necessary.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1327 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.9 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
