Creamy Pasta With Poppy Seeds And Prosciutto Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta With Poppy Seeds And Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon bacon fat or 1 tablespoon butter; 1 shallot, sliced thinly; salt, freshly gound black pepper; 1 tablespoon . poppy seed; 1/4 cup dry white wine, like pinot grigio or 1/4 cup white vermouth; 1/4 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 5 ounces long wide dry pasta, such as fettuccine pasta or 5 ounces tagliatelle pasta noodles; 1 ounce prosciutto, sliced thinly; 1/4 cup grated romano cheese or 1/4 cup parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 scallions, whites and greens, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon bacon fat or 1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, sliced thinly
salt, freshly gound black pepper
1 tablespoon . poppy seed
1/4 cup dry white wine, like pinot grigio or 1/4 cup white vermouth
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup heavy cream
5 ounces long wide dry pasta, such as fettuccine pasta or 5 ounces tagliatelle pasta noodles
1 ounce prosciutto, sliced thinly
1/4 cup grated romano cheese or 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 scallions, whites and greens, thinly sliced

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["Put a pot of salted water on to cook pasta. While pasta is cooking (according to package directions, make the sauce:", "Heat butter and oil in a 12"" skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced shallot. Season to taste and cook until soft, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.", "Add poppy seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and shallots begin to brown lightly, about 3 minutes.", "Add wine and cook until almost all liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.", "Add buttermilk and cream; cook, stirring, until reduced slightly, about 3 minutes. When pasta has cooked to almost al dente, drain it, reserving a little cooking water, and add the cooked pasta to sauce in skillet.", "Add prosciutto, cheese, and lemon juice; toss to combine, adding water if necessary to make a smooth sauce. Adjust seasoning and transfer to two plates. Sprinkle with scallions and more Parmesan."]

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon bacon fat or 1 tablespoon butter, 1 shallot, sliced thinly, salt, freshly gound black pepper, 1 tablespoon . poppy seed, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta With Poppy Seeds And Prosciutto falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Creamy Pasta With Poppy Seeds And Prosciutto

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