Angel Hair With Prosciutto And Wild Mushrooms

Name: Angel Hair With Prosciutto And Wild Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound wild mushrooms such as shiitake, morels or oyster mushrooms or an equal weight of cultivated mushrooms; 6 plum tomatoes, about 3/4 pound; 1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto; 1/2 pound snow pea pods; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt to taste if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic; 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno peppers, optional; 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried; 1/2 pound angel hair (capellini) pasta or vermicelli; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional cheese to be served on the side; 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil

Servings: persons

1/2 pound wild mushrooms such as shiitake, morels or oyster mushrooms or an equal weight of cultivated mushrooms
6 plum tomatoes, about 3/4 pound
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto
1/2 pound snow pea pods
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno peppers, optional
1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 pound angel hair (capellini) pasta or vermicelli
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional cheese to be served on the side
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil

1
Rinse the mushrooms and pat them dry.
2
Cut off and reserve the stems.
3
Cut the caps into thin strips.
4
There should be about 4 cups of caps and stems combined.
5
Core the tomatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
6
Cut the prosciutto into very thin strips.
7
There should be about 1 1/2 cups.
8
Pull off, if necessary, any tough ''strings'' from the pea pods.
9
There should be about 2 cups of pea pods.
10
Put them in a saucepan and add water to cover.
11
Bring to the boil and simmer one minute.
12
Drain.
13
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, heavy casserole and add the mushrooms, salt and pepper.
14
Cook, stirring, about 3 minutes and add the garlic, jalapeno peppers and prosciutto.
15
Cook, stirring, about one minute.
16
Add the rosemary.
17
Add the capellini to 3 quarts of boiling water and stir so that the strands are submerged.
18
Cook about four minutes or to the desired degree of doneness.
19
Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
20
Drain the pasta.
21
Add the tomatoes to the mushroom mixture and stir.
22
Add the cream and bring to a boil.
23
Add the pasta, pea pods and reserved pasta cooking liquid to the casserole and stir.
24
Add the butter, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and shredded basil and toss to blend.
25
Serve with additional Parmesan cheese on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound wild mushrooms such as shiitake, morels or oyster mushrooms or an equal weight of cultivated mushrooms, 6 plum tomatoes, about 3/4 pound, 1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto, 1/2 pound snow pea pods, and more.

Yes, Angel Hair With Prosciutto And Wild Mushrooms falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!