Best 16 Pasta With Asparagus And Prosciutto Recipes

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Pasta with asparagus and prosciutto is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The combination of asparagus, prosciutto, and Parmesan cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. Asparagus is a seasonal vegetable that is at its best in the spring, but it can be found year-round at most grocery stores. Prosciutto is a type of dry-cured ham that is typically made from pork shoulder. It has a salty and slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with the asparagus and Parmesan cheese.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BOW TIES WITH ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO



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For a main course, Jodi Trigg of Toledo, Illinois likes to serve a meal that lets the flavors of prosciutto and asparagus shine. With only five ingredients and a couple of tablespoons of water, Bow Ties with Asparagus and Prosciutto is as easy as it is elegant. "Add a dash of nutmeg for a change of pace," suggests Jodi.More Pasta Dinners »

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
6 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto or deli ham, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-7 minutes or until slightly thickened., Place asparagus and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover; microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. , Drain pasta and place in a large serving bowl. Add the cream, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and prosciutto; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

PENNE WITH ASPARGUS-PROSCIUTTO SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (or 4 very hungry p

Number Of Ingredients 9

Water, to boil asparagus and penne
Salt, to taste
1 pound green asparagus, preferably thick stalks
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 pound prosciuuto di San Daniele or Parma, cut in bits
2 tablespoons freshly ground Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 1/2 pounds penne
1/4 cup light cream
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Set a large pot of cold water to boil. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add a pinch of salt and let return to a full boil.
  • After washing the asparagus and cutting away any woody ends, boil them in the water just until you can penetrate the thick end of 1 of the stalks by stabbing it with a fork. Lift out the asparagus but continue to let the water boil. Cut off the tips of the asparagus and reserve. Chop the asparagus stalks into 1-inch pieces and then puree either in a manual food mill or in a blender or food processor. The result should be a thick cream.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and then add the prosciutto bits, sauteing just until they give off a little fragrance. Then stir in the asparagus puree and, moments later, the Parmigiano-Reggiano. Cook gently, taking care that the sauce does not boil.
  • At this point, toss the penne into the pot of boiling water. Cook for 8 minutes or according to package instructions. Once penne is cooked, drain water and place penne in a warm bowl.
  • While the penne is cooking, add the asparagus tips and some of the cream to the sauce. You do not want to make the sauce too liquid, so only add as much cream as will give the sauce a velvety texture.
  • Once the penne is cooked, spoon the sauce on and toss. Serve on individual plates with a pinch more Parmigiano-Reggiano on top an

SPAGHETTI WITH ASPARAGUS, SMOKED MOZZARELLA AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
3/4 pound spaghetti
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut crosswise into strips
6 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese, diced (about 1 cup)
6 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook the asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. With a spider or slotted spoon, remove asparagus from boiling water to a bowl of ice water to cool and stop the cooking. When cool, strain, cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces, and set aside.
  • Return the water in the pot to a boil, adding additional water, if necessary. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add asparagus to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the pasta, and if needed, some of the reserved cooking liquid. Toss to coat. Add the prosciutto, mozzarella, and basil, and toss to combine. Turn off the heat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 42 milligrams, Sodium 1083 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 4 grams

ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 35m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound fresh asparagus (not too thin)
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 large slices prosciutto
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 extra-large eggs
Easy Hollandaise Sauce, recipe follows
2 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • If the asparagus are thick, peel them halfway up the stalks. Cut off and discard the bottom third of the asparagus. Place the asparagus in a single layer on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 10 minutes, until the stalks are just tender. Meanwhile, place the prosciutto in a single layer on another sheet pan and roast in the same oven for 5 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a medium (10-inch) saute pan over medium heat and wait until the bubbles almost subside. Crack the eggs into the skillet, keeping them separate, if possible. Sprinkle the eggs generously with salt and pepper and cook over medium heat until the whites are cooked but the yolks are still runny. Don't turn them over!
  • Arrange the asparagus on 3 plates. Place 2 slices of prosciutto on top of each pile, drizzle with hollandaise, and place a fried egg on top of the prosciutto. Serve hot.
  • Place the egg yolks, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in the jar of a blender and process on low for 15 seconds. Melt the butter in a small saucepan until it is sizzling hot. Remove the small clear insert in the top of the blender. With the blender on low, slowly add the hot butter to the egg and lemon mixture and blend for 30 seconds, until the sauce is very thick. Use immediately.

ASPARAGUS WITH PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 pounds thin asparagus spears, washed and dried
1 lemon, juiced
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma

Steps:

  • For asparagus, snap off tough ends of spears where they naturally give when bent. Place spears into 1-inch of boiling water. Cover the pan and cook asparagus for 3 or 4 minutes, until spears are just tender but remain bright green in color, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain and cold shock the spears in a colander under cool water. Return cooked asparagus to skillet and coat with lemon juice and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Remove bundles of several spears at a time from the pan and wrap with sliced prosciutto. Pile assembled bundles on a serving plate.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Many terrific recipes change hands at my ladies' bridge group's monthly get-togethers. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. -Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ASPARAGUS WRAPPED IN CRISP PROSCIUTTO



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Extremely easy and elegant appetizer. Asparagus spears are wrapped in a sheath of prosciutto, then baked until crispy. A great dish to make ahead, and bake just before serving.

Provided by Teresa Haider

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 tablespoon olive oil
16 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed
16 slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and coat with olive oil.
  • Wrap one slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, starting at the bottom, and spiraling up to the tip. Place the wrapped spears on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 5 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove, and shake the pan back and forth to roll the spears over. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until asparagus is tender, and prosciutto is crisp. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 278.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

PASTA WITH CHICKEN, ASPARAGUS & PROSCIUTTO (OR BACON)



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Make and share this Pasta With Chicken, Asparagus & Prosciutto (Or Bacon) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb asparagus
2 lemons
3 1/2 ounces prosciutto or 3 1/2 ounces bacon
1 lb pasta
2 ounces butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 cooked chicken breasts, torn into strips (about 9oz total weight)
1 pinch fresh nutmeg
2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus extra for serving

Steps:

  • Trim the asparagus and cut into short lengths on the diagonal - keep the tips separate. (If you like, peel the stems to give a more vibrant colour when cooked.) Cook the stems in salted boiling water for about 4 minutes, then add the tips and cook for 1 minute more. Drain and refresh under cold running water.
  • Peel the lemons with a serrated knife, remove all the white pith, then cut into segments by slicing each side of the pieces of membrane. Now cut the segments into small pieces (flick out any pips) and put them in a bowl with any juice. Broil the prosciutto for 3-4 minutes until crisp - keep an eye on it because it can burn easily.
  • Meanwhile cook the pasta in plenty of well-salted boiling water until al dente.While it's cooking, put the butter and half the cream in a large pan and let them bubble together over a low heat for 2-3 minutes until thickened slightly. Tip in the lemon segments and juice, the chicken, asparagus and a few pinches of salt. Turn off the heat.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the contents of the pan along with the rest of the cream. Toss well, adding black pepper and nutmeg to taste, and the grated parmesan. Toss again, top with the prosciutto and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 923.4, Fat 43.5, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 165.6, Sodium 379, Carbohydrate 97.8, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 39.6

ROASTED ASPARAGUS, PROSCIUTTO & CHERRY TOMATO PASTA



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Make and share this Roasted Asparagus, Prosciutto & Cherry Tomato Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

14 ounces penne
1 lb asparagus, each spear trimmed and cut into 3 pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 slices prosciutto, snipped into pieces
7 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
16 basil leaves
parmesan cheese, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F Boil the pasta in salted water. Put the asparagus into a roasting tin, then toss with the oil and prosciutto. Roast for 10 mins until the prosciutto starts to crisp up, stir in the tomatoes, then cook for 5 mins more.
  • Drain the pasta, then add to the roasting tin along with the torn basil leaves and seasoning. Stir well until everything is glistening, then serve in bowls, scattered with grated Parmesan.

PROSCIUTTO, ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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Should you have left over prosciutto, pan fry until crisp and use as additional garnishment. From ValSoCal's blog.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 small onion, diced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
4 ounces prosciutto, cut into strips
1 lb young tender asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions, drain and put pack into the warm pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large frying pan over medium high heat. Cook onion, garlic and mushrooms until fragrant and semi done. Add Prosciutto and asparagus and cook until asparagus is bright green, about 3 minute
  • Add cream, 1/3 cup cheese, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to simmer and cook until sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • Pour sauce with vegetables over pasta and toss to coat.
  • Top with additional parmesan cheese and, if desired, prosciutto chips (see recipe description).

PROSCIUTTO AND ASPARAGUS PASTA



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We love prosciutto-wrapped asparagus and this was a great way to stretch the relatively expensive prosciutto. Our whole family loves it.

Provided by Khatche

Categories     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh thin asparagus, trimmed
5 slices prosciutto, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook asparagus until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon, keeping water boiling.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook prosciutto in hot skillet until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove prosciutto from skillet and transfer to a work surface to cool; chop.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green onions until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; add asparagus.
  • Cook linguine in the pot of boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
  • Combine pasta, 1/4 cup pasta water, asparagus, and green onions together in a serving bowl; top with prosciutto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.9 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 243.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS LEMON AND PROSCIUTTO



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Make and share this Pasta With Asparagus Lemon and Prosciutto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 ounce) package fresh fettuccine
2 teaspoons olive oil
asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces very thin slices prosciutto, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and next 4 ingredients (asparagus through salt).
  • Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in prosciutto; cook, uncovered, for 1 minute.
  • Combine asparagus mixture, pasta, and cheese in a large bowl, tossing to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 63.2, Sodium 448.9, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 14.5

CREAMY PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, AND CRISPY PROSCIUTTO



Creamy Pasta With Asparagus, Parmesan, and Crispy Prosciutto image

Another delicious meal from Cooks Country. Warm and inviting, simple to make and tastes delicious at dinner or forlunch. Simple to make and ingredients are readily available. Times overlap- made in under 30 min

Provided by Chef1MOM-Connie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces thin sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/4 in slices
1 garlic clove, sliced thin
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper
1 lb penne or 1 lb fusilli, any with texture
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 in pieces
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
3/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring 4 qts water to boil in largepot.(in the meantime) Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over med heat until just smoking. Cook prosciutto until lightly browned and crisp, (5 min) Transfer to paper towel lined plate to reduce fat. Add garlic to pan and cook 30 sec. Stir in cream and lemon juice and simmer until thickened, 3-5 minute.
  • Add 1 tbsp salt and pasta to boiling water until just eginning to soften, 8 minute Add asparagus to pot and cook until tender and pasta become al dente (4 min).
  • Reserve 1 c cooking water and drain pasta and asparagus, return to pot.
  • Add sauce, 1/2 c reserved water, cheese, and basil to pot, toss to combine, add remaining water as needed.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle with crunchy prosciutto.
  • Serve. Delicious with crusty warm bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849.3, Fat 38.2, SaturatedFat 21, Cholesterol 114.5, Sodium 619.3, Carbohydrate 94, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 33.6

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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This is a great low-fat pasta dish. I serve it to company all the time. Serve with a fruit salad and French bread.

Provided by S. Butters

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup chicken broth
½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute asparagus in the pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and mushroom slices; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Gently toss pasta with asparagus mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 338.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO GRATIN OF FETTUCCINE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound medium asparagus
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, minced
1/4 pound prosciutto, diced
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
Coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound fettuccine
About 3/4 cup toasted bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Trim the tough ends of the stalks from the asparagus. With a vegetable peeler, pare away any tough skin from the lower half of the stalk. Cut the asparagus into inch-and-a-half pieces on the diagonal.
  • Meanwhile, bring six quarts salted water to boil for the fettuccine. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Steam the asparagus until barely tender. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Melt the butter in a saute pan. Add the shallots and the prosciutto and saute until the shallots are soft. Add the cream and bring to a simmer. Add the tarragon and cook five minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. Add the asparagus and keep warm until the fettuccine is cooked.
  • Cook the fettuccine until al dente. Add it to the sauce and toss. Drain and transfer to a buttered baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese. Bake about 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 575, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 694 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PROSCIUTTO AND ASPARAGUS PASTA



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We love prosciutto-wrapped asparagus and this was a great way to stretch the relatively expensive prosciutto. Our whole family loves it.

Provided by Khatche

Categories     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh thin asparagus, trimmed
5 slices prosciutto, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook asparagus until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon, keeping water boiling.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook prosciutto in hot skillet until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove prosciutto from skillet and transfer to a work surface to cool; chop.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green onions until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; add asparagus.
  • Cook linguine in the pot of boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
  • Combine pasta, 1/4 cup pasta water, asparagus, and green onions together in a serving bowl; top with prosciutto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.9 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 243.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tight, closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus properly. Snap off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the ends.
  • Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. Overcooked asparagus is mushy and bland. Aim for a texture that is still slightly firm.
  • Use good quality prosciutto. Prosciutto that is too salty or dry will ruin the dish. Look for prosciutto that is thinly sliced and has a delicate flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the prosciutto. If the pan is too crowded, the prosciutto will not cook evenly and will become tough.
  • Add the asparagus and peas to the pan with the prosciutto just before serving. This will prevent the vegetables from overcooking.
  • Season the dish to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a grating of Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Pasta with asparagus and prosciutto is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus and peas add a fresh, springtime flavor, while the prosciutto provides a salty, savory balance. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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