Parma ham and pimento penne
This satisfying pasta dish combines crispy Parma ham and sweet capsicum peppers in a velvety crème fraîche sauce. Fresh basil and Parmesan bring vibrant Italian flavours to every forkful of penne. Serve immediately so the ham stays delightfully crisp.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil15 ml
- garlic clove1 კბილი
- Black Pepper1 ჩაის-კოვზი
Instructions
5 steps- 1
Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling salted water according to the packet instructions, then drain, reserving some of the cooking water.
- 2
Meanwhile, place a large frying pan over a high heat. Fry the Parma ham for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 3
Add the oil to the pan, along with the spring onions, peppers and garlic. Fry, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
- 4
Add the crème fraîche and bring to the boil, then add the drained pasta with half of the crispy ham, most of the herbs and some salt and pepper. Stir over the heat for a few minutes, or until everything is hot.
- 5
Add the cheese and a splash of the reserved cooking water if the sauce seems too thick, and sprinkle over the remaining crispy ham and herbs to serve.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 275 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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