Creamy Ham Fettuccine Quick and Easy
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Creamy Ham Fettuccine Quick and Easy recipe—a decadent yet effortless dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender fettuccine pasta coated in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of reserved pasta water for the perfect texture, this meal is elevated with the savory flavors of sautéed garlic and smoky cooked ham. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for busy families or last-minute dinner plans, this comforting pasta requires minimal prep and simple ingredients, yet delivers maximum flavor. Serve it hot with extra Parmesan on the side for a quick Italian-inspired meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups cooked ham
- 1.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Dice the cooked ham into small, bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour the heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to combine with the ham and garlic.
Grate the Parmesan cheese and gradually add it to the skillet, stirring constantly until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet along with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat evenly. Add more pasta water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Serve immediately while hot, optionally with extra grated Parmesan on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.7 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.5 g | 538% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 696 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 6580 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.4 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 156.8 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 960 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1192 mg | 25% | |
*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.
