Creamy Prosciutto Pasta
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Creamy Prosciutto Pasta, a restaurant-quality dish you can whip up in just 30 minutes! Perfectly al dente spaghetti is enveloped in a rich, velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, then topped with crispy, salty slices of prosciutto for an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and brightness, making every bite truly irresistible. This easy-to-make pasta recipe is perfect for date night, special occasions, or simply elevating your weeknight dinner game. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a fresh green salad, and prepare to impress your guests—or just yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
Once the butter has melted, add the prosciutto. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the prosciutto becomes crispy. Remove it from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Reduce the heat to low, then slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat in the cream sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Stir the crispy prosciutto back into the pasta and toss to combine.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.5 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.8 g | 444% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 4983 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 81.1 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 946 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 882 mg | 19% | |
*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.
