Fettuccine with Country Ham and Vegetables Recipe

Name: Fettuccine with Country Ham and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small carrot, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips; 24 asparagus spears, trimmed cut into 2-inch pieces; 12 ounces fettuccine; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 cup thinly sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only); 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips; 2 cups whipping cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces); 2/3 cup diced country ham; Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 small carrot, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips
24 asparagus spears, trimmed cut into 2-inch pieces
12 ounces fettuccine
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup thinly sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only)
1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces)
2/3 cup diced country ham
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

1
Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
2
Add carrot and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
3
Using slotted spoon, transfer carrot to strainer and cool.
4
Add asparagus to boiling water and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
5
Using slotted spoon, remove asparagus pieces, reserving tips for garnish.
6
Add pasta to boiling water and cook until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
7
Drain pasta.
8
Return to same pot.
9
Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
10
Add leeks and bell pepper; saute 2 minutes.
11
Add cream and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
12
Mix in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and country ham.
13
Add carrot and asparagus pieces to sauce.
14
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
15
Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat evenly.
16
Divide pasta among 4 plates.
17
Garnish with asparagus tips.
18
Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small carrot, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips, 24 asparagus spears, trimmed cut into 2-inch pieces, 12 ounces fettuccine, 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine with Country Ham and Vegetables 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.

Fettuccine with Country Ham and Vegetables

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