Indulge in the decadent flavors of Italy with Fettuccine Gratinati al Prosciutto, a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive main course for entertaining. This recipe combines tender fettuccine with a luscious homemade béchamel sauce infused with nutmeg, layered with savory slices of prosciutto and melted mozzarella. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb and Parmesan crust, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, this baked pasta dish is a comforting, crowd-pleasing masterpiece that will bring the essence of Italian comfort food straight to your table.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta until just al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the béchamel sauce over medium heat until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the nutmeg, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, and all of the mozzarella. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Grease a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Layer half of the cooked fettuccine in the dish.
Spoon half of the béchamel sauce over the pasta and evenly distribute half the prosciutto slices on top.
Repeat the layers with the remaining fettuccine, béchamel sauce, and prosciutto.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the dish.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Calories |
3311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 142.0 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.9 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 8000 mg | 348% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.1 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.2 g | ||
| Protein | 168.0 g | 336% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 2622 mg | 202% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1577 mg | 34% | |
*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.