Pasta With Peas, Asparagus, Butter Lettuce and Pros

Name: Pasta With Peas, Asparagus, Butter Lettuce and Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 12 lb green onion, white parts cut into 1/4 inch slices and light green cut into 1/2 inch slices; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; coarse kosher salt; ½ cup dry white wine; ½ cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 12 lbs asparagus, cut into 3/4 inch pieces; 2 cups shelled fresh peas; 1 lb campanelle pasta; 1 head butter lettuce, leaves cut into 3/4 inch wide slices; 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese; ½ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12 lb green onion, white parts cut into 1/4 inch slices and light green cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 tablespoons minced shallots
coarse kosher salt
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup low sodium chicken broth
1 12 lbs asparagus, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
2 cups shelled fresh peas
1 lb campanelle pasta
1 head butter lettuce, leaves cut into 3/4 inch wide slices
1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips

1
Melt butter with 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add onions and shallot.
3
Sprinkle with coarse salt and pepper.
4
Saute until tender (do not brown), about 8 minutes.
5
Add wine; increase heat to medium high and simmer until liquid is reduced to a glaze, about 3 minutes.
6
Add broth and bring to a simmer; set aside.
7
Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, 2-4 minutes depending on the thickness of asparagus.
8
Using skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer to a large bowl of ice water.
9
Return the water to a boil.
10
Add peas and cook until just tender, about 2 minutes.
11
Using skimmer, transfer to the bowl with asparagus.
12
Drain vegetables.
13
Return water in pot to a boil.
14
Cook pasta until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
15
Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking liquid.
16
Meanwhile reheat the onion mixture.
17
Add lettuce and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.
18
Add drained asparagus and peas; stir until heated through.
19
Add pasta, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, and parsley to skillet with vegetables; toss, adding reserved pasta cooking liquid by 1/4 cups if dry.
20
Season with salt and pepper.
21
Transfer pasta to a large shallow bowl.
22
Sprinkle prosciutto over; drizzle additional olive oil over if desired.
23
Serve, passing additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

1382

kcal

Calories

Fat

233

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 12 lb green onion, white parts cut into 1/4 inch slices and light green cut into 1/2 inch slices, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Peas, Asparagus, Butter Lettuce 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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Pasta With Peas, Asparagus, Butter Lettuce and Prosciutto

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