Linguini with Ham
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Linguini with Ham, a simple yet elegant pasta dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Tender linguini is enveloped in a velvety cream sauce infused with the savory essence of diced ham, minced garlic sautéed in olive oil, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A touch of reserved pasta water creates the perfect consistency, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds color and a pop of freshness. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this creamy linguini recipe is as quick as it is irresistible. Serve it with a crisp side salad or a slice of garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams linguini pasta
- 200 grams ham (diced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 250 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 milliliters pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the linguini and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 100 milliliters of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced ham to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ham is lightly browned.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss the pasta gently to coat it in the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and give it a final toss.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.8 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.4 g | 337% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 5615 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.8 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 84.9 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
