FETTUCCINE WITH PROSCIUTTO, PEAS AND PEPPERS

Fettuccine with Prosciutto, Peas and Peppers image

Provided by Judith N.

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces prosciutto or 4 ounces cooked ham, cut in juilienne strips
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 cup frozen tiny peas
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, cut in julienne strips
1 cup heavy cream
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
12 ounces fettuccine
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

In large skillet over medium heat, saute prosciutto in butter 1 minute.
Add peas and red pepper strips; saute 1 minute longer.
Stir in cream and pepper; cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
Meanwhile in a large pot, in rapidly boiling water, cook fettuccine as directed; drain well.
Place in large serving bowl.
Add sauce and parmesan; toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720.1, Fat 41.1, SaturatedFat 24.2, Cholesterol 194.8, Sodium 593.3, Carbohydrate 68.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 20.3