Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham And Cream Recipe

Name: Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham And Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb orecchiette; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 small white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup frozen peas (fresh are fine); 2 tablespoons water; 4 ounces cooked ham, cut into thin strips (or prosciutto); 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, fresh; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb orecchiette
3 tablespoons butter
1 small white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup frozen peas (fresh are fine)
2 tablespoons water
4 ounces cooked ham, cut into thin strips (or prosciutto)
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, fresh
salt
pepper

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 - 4minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
3
Add the peas and water to the pan and cook 3 minutes, stirring. Stir in the ham and cook 2 minutes. Add the cream; bring to a low simmer and cook 5 minutes.
4
Drain the pasta; place in a large serving bowl.
5
Stir remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream mixture over low heat until melted.
6
Stir in the cheese.
7
Pour sauce over pasta to coat.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve and enjoy!

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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 lb orecchiette, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 small white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup), 1/2 cup frozen peas (fresh are fine), and more.

Yes, Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham And Cream 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.

Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham And Cream

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