ORECCHIETTE PASTA WITH PEAS, HAM AND CREAM

Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham and Cream image

Provided by Mrs Goodall

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb orecchiette
3 tablespoons butter
1 small white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup frozen peas (fresh are fine)
2 tablespoons water
4 ounces cooked ham, cut into thin strips (or prosciutto)
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, fresh
salt
pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 - 4minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
Add the peas and water to the pan and cook 3 minutes, stirring. Stir in the ham and cook 2 minutes. Add the cream; bring to a low simmer and cook 5 minutes.
Drain the pasta; place in a large serving bowl.
Stir remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream mixture over low heat until melted.
Stir in the cheese.
Pour sauce over pasta to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.4, Fat 33.7, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 116.2, Sodium 231.4, Carbohydrate 90.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 26.9