Light and Creamy Pasta with Ham Peas and Mushroom
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Light and Creamy Pasta with Ham, Peas, and Mushroom—a quick, satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. This recipe combines tender fettuccine or linguine with a luscious, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan, and a splash of broth for a lightened-up appeal. Sautéed button mushrooms and sweet peas add texture and earthy depth, while hearty bites of diced ham make it a protein-packed meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this pasta dish is finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a fresh touch, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfectly balanced and easy to customize, it’s a go-to recipe for lovers of creamy, savory pasta dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 oz cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp optional parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their liquid and start to brown.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the diced ham and frozen peas, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream and broth. Stir well to combine.
Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. If the sauce becomes too thick, use the reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles in the creamy sauce.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.1 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.8 g | 449% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 491 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 6405 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 118.1 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1440 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1963 mg | 42% | |
*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.
