Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce, a comforting yet elegant pasta dish that blends rich flavors with effortless preparation. This recipe features tender penne coated in a velvety tomato sauce infused with the savory depth of prosciutto and the delicate warmth of garlic and onions. A splash of heavy cream adds a luscious texture, while fresh basil and grated Parmesan bring a bright, aromatic finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings yet feels indulgent enough for a special occasion. Serve it with crusty bread and a crisp salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 800 g canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 thin, chopped prosciutto slices
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 10 leaves, torn fresh basil leaves
- 50 g, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne until al dente, according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped prosciutto to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir well. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
Add the cooked, drained penne to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the torn fresh basil leaves.
Serve the pasta warm with grated Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.2 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 687 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 563 mg | 12% | |
*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.
