Pasta with Mushrooms Ham and Peas
Creamy, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Pasta with Mushrooms, Ham, and Peas is the ultimate one-skillet dinner you'll want on repeat. Perfectly al dente pasta is coated in a rich Parmesan cream sauce, loaded with tender mushrooms, smoky diced ham, and vibrant peas. A hint of garlic and a touch of fresh parsley elevate this easy-to-make dish, giving it a restaurant-quality feel in just 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight meals or cozy gatherings, this recipe combines hearty ingredients with a luxurious texture for an unforgettable pasta experience. Whether you favor penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti, every bite delivers classic Italian-inspired comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 250 grams white or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 150 grams ham, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until they release their liquid and become golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the diced ham to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the thawed peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and let it simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat it with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1646 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 454 mg | 10% | |
*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.
