Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of pasta with crispy prosciutto and broccoli. This delightful dish combines perfectly cooked pasta, crunchy prosciutto, and vibrant broccoli, creating a symphony of flavors that warms the soul. It’s quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With just a few key ingredients, you’ll have a satisfying meal that impresses every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (or fettuccine)
- 4 oz prosciutto
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving some cooking water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook prosciutto until crispy (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Add broccoli and sauté until bright green and tender.
- Toss in the drained pasta with broccoli and garlic mix. Add crispy prosciutto and reserved pasta water to combine.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes over the mixture; toss gently to create a creamy texture.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 40mg