Pasta with Prosciutto in a Lemon Cream Sauce
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Pasta with Prosciutto in a Lemon Cream Sauce, a restaurant-worthy dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. This creamy pasta recipe combines tender linguine or fettuccine with a velvety sauce made from rich heavy cream, zesty lemon, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The addition of delicate, savory prosciutto elevates the dish, creating a perfect balance of brightness and decadence. Finished with minced garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make meal is ideal for date nights, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself to gourmet comfort food. Try this quick yet elegant pasta recipe for a crowd-pleasing culinary experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (linguine or fettuccine recommended)
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz Prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the pasta.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, stirring to coat the noodles evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Tear the sliced prosciutto into smaller pieces and gently fold it into the pasta, allowing it to warm through.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.1 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.8 g | 469% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 494 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 4983 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 81.5 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 966 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 929 mg | 20% | |
*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.
