MUSHROOM PROSCIUTTO PASTA

Mushroom Prosciutto Pasta image

If prosciutto is not available at your deli counter, substitute diced ham.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
10 thin slices prosciutto, chopped
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Add prosciutto; saute for 3 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cream until smooth; stir into the skillet. Add parsley and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain pasta; add to the skillet and stir to coat. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Fat 38g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.