Smoked Ham Walnut and Roquefort Sauce Pasta Dish
Indulge in the rich and luxurious flavors of this Smoked Ham Walnut and Roquefort Sauce Pasta Dish, a decadent culinary creation perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. This recipe pairs tender al dente pasta with the smoky savoriness of ham, the creamy tang of melted Roquefort cheese, and the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts. A luscious cream sauce infused with garlic ties everything together, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness and vibrant color. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish combines elegance and comfort in every bite. Customize it with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra layer of cheesy goodness, and get ready to amaze your taste buds with this irresistible pasta masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- 200 grams Smoked ham
- 150 grams Roquefort cheese
- 200 milliliters Heavy cream
- 75 grams Walnuts
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 10 grams Fresh parsley
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, chop the smoked ham into small strips and roughly chop the walnuts. Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the parsley.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the smoked ham to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to brown slightly.
Stir in the chopped walnuts and lightly toast them for about 2 minutes in the skillet with the ham and garlic.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Crumble the Roquefort cheese into the skillet and stir until it melts and forms a creamy sauce, about 3-4 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Be mindful of the salt, as Roquefort can be quite salty.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the pasta and toss again. If desired, top with grated Parmesan before serving.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy this rich, flavorful pasta dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.2 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.5 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 36.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2586 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.5 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1481 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*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.
