Best 15 Pasta With Prosciutto And Asiago Cheese Recipes

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Pasta with prosciutto and asiago cheese is a classic Italian dish made with simple, flavorful ingredients. The combination of salty prosciutto, creamy asiago cheese, and tender pasta creates a rich and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to serve at a party, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. The key to making a great pasta with prosciutto and asiago cheese is to use high-quality ingredients and to cook the pasta al dente. You should also use a good quality olive oil and plenty of fresh herbs to enhance the flavors of the dish. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and authentic Italian pasta dish that will be a hit with your family and friends.

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

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO AND ASIAGO CHEESE



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Looking forward to having some Italian-style dinner tonight? Then check out this cheesy ham and vegetables pasta dish that's made in a skillet in just 20 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked fusilli (corkscrew) pasta (6 oz)
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
6 medium green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 package (3 oz) thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into thin strips*
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, onions, bell pepper and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in prosciutto, basil, oregano and salt. Stir in pasta and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; toss. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO, CHERRY TOMATOES, AND ASIAGO



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This quick pasta toss is all about the play of textures: crispy bits of prosciutto, snappy squash, and blistered cherry tomatoes. (Adapted from Cooking Light June 2016)

Categories     Beef/Pork     Italian     Italian Beef/Pork     Dinner     Beef/Pork Dinner

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz. uncooked whole-grain penne or rotini
3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped red onion
8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
3 cups multicolored cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
2 tsp. balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 oz. Asiago cheese, grated and divided (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add prosciutto; cook 3 minutes or until crisp. Remove prosciutto from pan. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pan. Add onion, garlic, and pepper; sauté 4 minutes. Add zucchini; cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes and salt; cook 3 minutes. Stir in pasta and vinegar; cook 30 seconds. Remove pan from heat; stir in parsley and 1 ounce cheese. Divide pasta mixture among 4 bowls; top with prosciutto and remaining 1 ounce cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe 4 Amount Per Serving Calories

ASIAGO PASTA



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I make this allllll the time. Everyone raves over it! It's so delicious it's sinful. I hope you guys love it as much as me and my family do! I have done this dish with shrimp and then on several occasions fixed it with chicken.

Provided by ArtofAimee

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 1/4 cups heavy cream, divided
1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
3/4 cup grated asiago cheese
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped prosciutto (optional)
1 large tomatoes, diced
2 chopped fresh garlic cloves
3/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 tablespoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups cream to a simmer, stirring often. Whisk in bouillon and cheese until well blended and bouillon has dissolved completely. Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water, and whisk into mixture. Cook and stir till the cream thickens, then remove from heat and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Stir in prosciutto, garlic, and mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are tender, about 3 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 cup cream and parsley flakes. Heat through.
  • To serve, place pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl. Add the mushroom mixture and pour in cream sauce. Toss well, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.8, Fat 38.6, SaturatedFat 23.2, Cholesterol 132.5, Sodium 231.9, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 8.3

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1/2 cup diced prosciutto (about 3 1/2 ounces)
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup heavy cream
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
12 ounces fettuccine
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the prosciutto in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it renders some fat and begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook until the garlic just begins to soften, about 30 seconds. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the wine. Return to the heat and cook until the wine evaporates slightly, about 2 more minutes. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Add the cream and nutmeg and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs, adding the asparagus during the last minute of cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and asparagus.
  • Add the cheese to the cream sauce and stir to combine. Add the pasta and asparagus and toss to coat, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with more cheese.

LINGUINE AND PROSCIUTTO FRITTATAS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound linguine pasta
7 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup cream
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
6 ounces diced prosciutto
5 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese, diced (1 cup diced)
1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Special equipment: 1 regular-sized muffin tin for 12 muffins

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander. While the pasta is still in the colander, use kitchen sheers to cut the linguine into smaller pieces. The pasta should measure about 3 cups.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease the muffin tin.
  • In a blender combine the eggs, milk, cream, and mascarpone cheese. Blend until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the cut pasta, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, Asiago cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until the ingredients are combined.
  • Using a 1/3 cup measure, fill each of the muffin tins until both the pasta and liquid are at the top. Bake until firm and cooked through, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool for 3 minutes before removing from the tin. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

PROSCIUTTO PASTA TOSS



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I love quick, simple dishes, and this pasta with prosciutto and peas is one of my favorites. I prepare a tossed green salad while the pasta cooks and serve up a lovely light supper in minutes! -Laura Murphy-Ogden, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) linguine
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto or deli ham, chopped
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, adding peas during the last 3 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper in oil until garlic is tender, about 1 minute. Stir in prosciutto., Drain linguine; add to skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO AND WHOLE GARLIC



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This pasta dish, known as maccheroni alla San Giovanniello in Italy, is amazing in the summer months, when there are good fresh tomatoes around. But you can make it any time of year with canned tomatoes. You could also make it with much less prosciutto, really just enough to season the oil - a quarter cup or so. No matter how much you use, start with a hunk of prosciutto so you can dice chunks; you don't want little thin slices. If you've got great basil, you can even skip the cheese. If you use fresh tomatoes, you can blanch and peel the tomatoes if you don't like the skins, but it's not really necessary.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup olive oil or butter
10 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
1/2 cup prosciutto or other salted ham or slab bacon, cut into cubes or strips
6 plum tomatoes, or 1 1/2 cups drained canned tomatoes
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound cut pasta, such as ziti or penne
1 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves
1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, or a combination

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Combine the oil, garlic, and ham in a medium to large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the garlic becomes deep golden, nearly brown, all over, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Core and chop the plum tomatoes (or crush the canned tomatoes) and add them, along with salt and pepper, to the skillet. Stir and simmer while you salt the boiling water and cook the pasta.
  • Drain the pasta when it is tender but firm, reserving a little of the cooking water and adding it to the sauce if it appears dry (quite likely if you used fresh tomatoes). Toss the pasta with the sauce and most of the basil, along with the cheese. Mince the remaining basil, garnish the pasta with it, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 785, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1156 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PEAS



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Prosciutto -- air-dried Italian ham -- combined with peas and Parmesan cheese is a classic pasta topping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 ounces fettuccine
1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
8 slices prosciutto (about 4 ounces total), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise, about 1 cup
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat; add shallot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cream, peas, and prosciutto; bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Simmer until peas are heated through, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon zest and juice. Pour sauce over pasta; add Parmesan, and season generously with salt and pepper. Add enough reserved pasta water to thin sauce as desired. Serve immediately; top with additional Parmesan, if desired.

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PEAS



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This elevated pasta with prosciutto and peas will make your guests think you spent all day in the kitchen. It's the perfect holiday dish without a lot of work. —Amy White, Manchester, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound uncooked campanelle pasta
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
12 green onions, sliced
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 head Boston lettuce, cut into 3/4-inch slices
2 cups fresh or frozen peas
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto or deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch strips
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter and 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add green onions and shallot; cook and stir until tender. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated., Add broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; stir in lettuce and peas. Cook and stir until lettuce is wilted. Drain pasta; add to pan. Stir in cheese and prosciutto; drizzle with remaining oil. If desired, top with additional Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SUMMER FRESH PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND PROSCIUTTO



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A quick, easy, and flavorful fresh pasta dish that showcases the summer's garden bounty! This recipe came about in an effort to use up a few more of those wonderful home-grown tomatoes and fresh basil. Everything was on hand and was easy to throw together. For garlic lovers, the second time I made this dish I used a garlic-infused olive oil; amazing! A crisp green salad is the perfect accompaniment. Enjoy!

Provided by Wyattdogster

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 ounce) package angel hair pasta
4 tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into thin strips
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
¼ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook angel hair pasta at a boil until tender but still slightly firm, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water for later use. Transfer the drained pasta to a large serving bowl.
  • Place tomatoes in a bowl; season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Pour 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil over the tomato mixture and gently toss; set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir sliced shallot in the hot oil until just becoming translucent, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir garlic into the shallot; continue cooking and stirring 1 minute more. Remove the skillet from heat.
  • Assemble the dish by adding the tomato mixture, the shallot and garlic mixture, and the prosciutto to the pasta; toss to combine. Use the reserved water from cooking the pasta to make it easier to mix.
  • Top the pasta dish with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 682.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

CHICKEN AND BOWTIE PASTA WITH ASIAGO CREAM SAUCE



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A tasty mix of chicken, garlic, mushrooms, prosciutto and pasta are complemented by a thin but flavorful Asiago cream sauce.

Provided by THENEWTRICIA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
2 ¼ cups heavy cream, divided
¼ cube chicken bouillon, crumbled
¾ cup grated Asiago cheese
½ tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup chopped prosciutto
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
¼ cup sliced mushrooms
½ tablespoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken cubes, reducing heat if necessary, until no longer pink in center and juices run clear. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups cream to a simmer, stirring often. Whisk in bouillon and cheese until well blended and bouillon has dissolved completely. Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water, and whisk into mixture. Cook and stir 2 minutes more, then remove from heat and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Stir in prosciutto, garlic, and mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are tender, about 3 minutes. Add chicken, reduce heat, and continue cooking until chicken is heated through. Return sauce to the stove and add remaining 1/4 cup cream and parsley flakes. Heat through.
  • To serve, place pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl. Add chicken and mushroom mixture and pour in cream sauce. Toss well, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.6 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 192.7 mg, Fat 50.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 27.7 g, Sodium 424.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

PROSCIUTTO AND FIG-JAM SANDWICHES



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Categories     Bread     Side     Fig     Prosciutto     Simmer     Boil

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large baguette or soft Italian bread loaf
Fig Jam (recipe below)
4 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced
4 ounces Asiago cheese, thinly sliced
1 small bunch arugula, washed well and dried
Fig Jam
10 ounces dried Calimyrna figs, stemmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 1 3/4 cups)
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 cups water, plus more if needed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
(makes 1 3/4 cups)

Steps:

  • Cut baguette into four 5- to 6-inch-long pieces; split each piece horizontally, leaving one side intact. Spread all bread halves with fig jam; layer bottom halves with prosciutto, cheese, and arugula. Fold halves together, and serve.
  • Fig Jam
  • In a medium saucepan, combine figs with sugar and the water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer until almost all liquid has evaporated and figs are very tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer mixture to a food processor; add lemon juice. Puree until smooth (if mixture is too thick, add up to 1/4 cup additional water, a little at a time). Jam can be refrigerated up to 1 month in an airtight container.

TAGLIATELLE WITH PROSCIUTTO AND BUTTER



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Like cacio e pepe, this prosciutto-studded pasta - coated in emulsified butter, starchy pasta cooking water and Parmesan - requires repetition to master, but it's not at all difficult. Adapted from Evan Funke's pasta cookbook, "American Sfoglino," this dish comes together with just a few ingredients, but you'll need to work fast: Add the pasta, pasta water and cheese to the butter and prosciutto quickly, then stir vigorously while gently jostling the pan back and forth with the other hand. Serve immediately, as the pasta can lose its luster within minutes as it soaks up the sauce.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     dinner, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ounces prosciutto, torn into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 pound handmade fresh tagliatelle or store-bought tagliatelle
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat until frothy and golden, about 1 minute. Add half the prosciutto in one flat layer. Cook until crisp, 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer cooked prosciutto to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining prosciutto, leaving it in the skillet, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Season the boiling water lightly with salt. When the salt dissolves, add the tagliatelle and cook until toothsome and slightly undercooked, 2 to 4 minutes or according to package instructions.
  • Just before your pasta is ready, return the skillet to the heat and warm over medium. Do not drain the pasta, but use a slotted pasta fork or tongs and transfer the cooked pasta directly to the skillet. Working quickly, add 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano and about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water and swirl vigorously to emulsify, jostling the pan at the same time, and cook just until sauce is silky, about 1 minute.
  • Divide the pasta among shallow bowls, sprinkle with pepper and remaining prosciutto and serve immediately, along with more Parmigiano-Reggiano if desired.

ASPARAGUS WITH ASIAGO & PROSCIUTTO



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Shop Smart: Buy asparagus with tightly closed, slightly purple-tipped heads, and healthy, hydrated stem ends. The thicker the asparagus, the stronger the flavor.

Provided by Jaime Faye

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs medium asparagus
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 -2 ounce chunk asiago cheese or 1 -2 ounce parmesan cheese
1 ounce thinly sliced prosciutto

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Spread the spears in a single layer in a shallow baking pan, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and roll to coat thoroughly.
  • Roast the asparagus until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes, giving the pan a good shake about halfway through. Spread the roasted asparagus on a serving platter. Grind a generous amount of pepper over and shave the Asiago into wide flakes on top. Tear the prosciutto into ragged pieces and scatter on top Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.6, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 249.9, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3, Protein 5.5

PASTA WITH SPRING VEGETABLES AND PROSCIUTTO



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetable     Asparagus     Broccoli     Zucchini     Spring     Prosciutto     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
a 35-ounce can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped coarse (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled, plus, if desired, fresh whole basil leaves for garnish
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
8 asparagus stalks, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1 bunch of broccoli, the flowerets cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups) and the stems reserved for another use
2 small zucchini, scrubbed, trimmed, quartered, and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1 cup shelled fresh or frozen petits pois (tiny peas)
1 cup snow peas, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
dried pasta such as trenette (fettuccine with one ruffled edge) or spaghetti
1/4 pound prosciutto, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • In a kettle cook the garlic and the red pepper flakes in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is softened, add the tomatoes, and boil the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until it is thickened and the liquid is reduced to a thick purée. Stir in the chopped basil and salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a saucepan combine the butter, the cream, and the broth, bring the mixture to a boil, and simmer it, stirring occasionally, until it is reduced to 1/2 cup. Whisk in the Parmesan, whisking until the mixture is smooth, whisk the mixture into the tomato mixture, whisking until the sauce is combined well, and keep the sauce warm.
  • In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the asparagus for 2 minutes, add the broccoli and the zucchini, and cook the vegetables, for 2 minutes. Add the peas, cook the vegetables for 1 minute, and add the snow peas. Cook the vegetables for 30 seconds, or until they are all just tender, transfer them with a slotted spoon or sieve to the sauce, and toss them gently to coat them with the sauce.
  • Return the cooking liquid in the kettle to a boil, in it cook the pasta until it is al dente, and drain it well. In the kettle combine the pasta with the vegetable mixture, the prosciutto, and salt and pepper to taste. Divide the pasta mixture among 6 heated plates and garnish it with the basil leaves.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked prosciutto and pre-shredded Asiago cheese.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or chicken broth.
  • To make the dish vegetarian, omit the prosciutto.
  • For a more flavorful dish, use a variety of mushrooms, such as shiitake, portobello, and cremini.
  • Serve the pasta with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.

Conclusion:

Pasta with prosciutto and Asiago cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks. With its creamy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful prosciutto and Asiago cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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