Fettuccine Al Prosciutto

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Silky buttery pasta tossed with salty prosciutto and sweet caramelized onions
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This elegant yet simple pasta dish highlights the luxurious pairing of rich butter and salty prosciutto. The key to this recipe is allowing the minced onions to caramelize deeply, creating a sweet counterpoint to the cured meat’s savory punch. The resulting sauce is velvety and coats the fettuccine beautifully, offering a comforting warmth that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a special weeknight treat, it comes together quickly but tastes like it was simmered for hours. Serve with a side of garlic bread and a crisp green salad to balance the richness.

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Fettuccine Al Prosciutto

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1062.0

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This elegant yet simple pasta dish highlights the luxurious pairing of rich butter and salty prosciutto. The key to this recipe is allowing the minced onions to caramelize deeply, creating a sweet counterpoint to the cured meat&# 226;ÂÂs savory punch. The resulting sauce is velvety and coats the fettuccine beautifully, offering a comforting warmth that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a special weeknight treat, it comes together quickly but tastes like it was simmered for hours. Serve with a side of garlic bread and a crisp green salad to balance the richness.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Reserve one cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  4. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  5. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add minced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Add chopped prosciutto to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly crisp.
  8. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the onion and prosciutto.
  9. Toss vigorously, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until the sauce coats the noodles evenly.
  10. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1062.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 91.5g141%
Saturated Fat 54.5g273%
Cholesterol 297.5mg100%
Sodium 3085.3mg129%
Total Carbohydrate 2.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 58.0g116%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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