Spaghetti with Prosciutto and Egg
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this creamy and indulgent Spaghetti with Prosciutto and Egg recipe! Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed with crispy prosciutto, a velvety Parmesan and egg sauce, and a hint of garlic, this dish is a simple yet elegant nod to classic Italian flavors. The prosciutto adds a savory, smoky richness, while a handful of fresh parsley brightens up each bite. The magic happens when the residual heat of the pasta perfectly cooks the sauce, coating every strand in a luscious, creamy glaze without the need for heavy cream. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy spaghetti dish is perfect for busy evenings or impressing dinner guests. Serve it warm with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper for a comforting meal that feels like a restaurant-quality indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 100 grams prosciutto
- 4 large eggs
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, cut the prosciutto into thin strips. Finely chop the garlic and fresh parsley.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and finely grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper to season. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the prosciutto strips to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly crispy. Turn off the heat.
Immediately transfer the cooked and drained spaghetti to the skillet with the prosciutto. Toss to combine.
Working quickly, pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti while tossing continuously. The residual heat from the pasta will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, if the sauce seems too thick.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.
Serve the spaghetti warm, topped with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and more grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.8 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 872 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 3625 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 91.8 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 628 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 903 mg | 19% | |
*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.
