Best 5 Prosciutto Pasta Toss Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey to Italy? Prosciutto pasta toss is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Originating from the heart of Italy, this dish is a perfect blend of savory prosciutto, creamy sauce, and al dente pasta. Indulge in three delectable variations of prosciutto pasta toss, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the simplicity of a traditional tomato-based sauce to the richness of a creamy pesto sauce, and the vibrant flavors of a tangy lemon-butter sauce, there's a recipe to suit every palate. Get ready to treat yourself to an explosion of flavors with this versatile and flavorful pasta dish. Buon appetito!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PROSCIUTTO PASTA TOSS



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I love quick, simple dishes, and this pasta with prosciutto and peas is one of my favorites. I prepare a tossed green salad while the pasta cooks and serve up a lovely light supper in minutes! -Laura Murphy-Ogden, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) linguine
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto or deli ham, chopped
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, adding peas during the last 3 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper in oil until garlic is tender, about 1 minute. Stir in prosciutto., Drain linguine; add to skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CREAMY PROSCIUTTO PASTA



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I'm always looking for dinners that I can put together quickly. I re-created a favorite pasta dish from an Italian restaurant by using grocery store convenience products. Add crusty bread and a salad for a complete meal. -Christine Ward, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine or linguine
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
10 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 12 cups)
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto, coarsely chopped
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and onion until tender. Stir in spinach just until wilted. , Stir in Alfredo sauce; cook until heated through, 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add prosciutto and fettuccine; toss to combine. If desired, top with pepper to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 1188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TAGLIATELLE WITH PROSCIUTTO AND BUTTER



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Like cacio e pepe, this prosciutto-studded pasta - coated in emulsified butter, starchy pasta cooking water and Parmesan - requires repetition to master, but it's not at all difficult. Adapted from Evan Funke's pasta cookbook, "American Sfoglino," this dish comes together with just a few ingredients, but you'll need to work fast: Add the pasta, pasta water and cheese to the butter and prosciutto quickly, then stir vigorously while gently jostling the pan back and forth with the other hand. Serve immediately, as the pasta can lose its luster within minutes as it soaks up the sauce.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     dinner, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ounces prosciutto, torn into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 pound handmade fresh tagliatelle or store-bought tagliatelle
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat until frothy and golden, about 1 minute. Add half the prosciutto in one flat layer. Cook until crisp, 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer cooked prosciutto to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining prosciutto, leaving it in the skillet, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Season the boiling water lightly with salt. When the salt dissolves, add the tagliatelle and cook until toothsome and slightly undercooked, 2 to 4 minutes or according to package instructions.
  • Just before your pasta is ready, return the skillet to the heat and warm over medium. Do not drain the pasta, but use a slotted pasta fork or tongs and transfer the cooked pasta directly to the skillet. Working quickly, add 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano and about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water and swirl vigorously to emulsify, jostling the pan at the same time, and cook just until sauce is silky, about 1 minute.
  • Divide the pasta among shallow bowls, sprinkle with pepper and remaining prosciutto and serve immediately, along with more Parmigiano-Reggiano if desired.

PASTA WITH PROSCIUTTO AND WHOLE GARLIC



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This pasta dish, known as maccheroni alla San Giovanniello in Italy, is amazing in the summer months, when there are good fresh tomatoes around. But you can make it any time of year with canned tomatoes. You could also make it with much less prosciutto, really just enough to season the oil - a quarter cup or so. No matter how much you use, start with a hunk of prosciutto so you can dice chunks; you don't want little thin slices. If you've got great basil, you can even skip the cheese. If you use fresh tomatoes, you can blanch and peel the tomatoes if you don't like the skins, but it's not really necessary.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup olive oil or butter
10 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
1/2 cup prosciutto or other salted ham or slab bacon, cut into cubes or strips
6 plum tomatoes, or 1 1/2 cups drained canned tomatoes
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound cut pasta, such as ziti or penne
1 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves
1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, or a combination

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Combine the oil, garlic, and ham in a medium to large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the garlic becomes deep golden, nearly brown, all over, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Core and chop the plum tomatoes (or crush the canned tomatoes) and add them, along with salt and pepper, to the skillet. Stir and simmer while you salt the boiling water and cook the pasta.
  • Drain the pasta when it is tender but firm, reserving a little of the cooking water and adding it to the sauce if it appears dry (quite likely if you used fresh tomatoes). Toss the pasta with the sauce and most of the basil, along with the cheese. Mince the remaining basil, garnish the pasta with it, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 785, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1156 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

PROSCIUTTO PASTA TOSS



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Make and share this Prosciutto Pasta Toss recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Hotmitts Houlihan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package linguine
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 lb thinly sliced prosciutto or 1/2 lb deli ham, chopped
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, adding peas into the same pot during the last 3 minutes left for linguini to cook.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper in oil for 2-3 minutes or until garlic is tender.
  • Stir in prosciutto.
  • Drain linguine; add to skillet and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.8, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 81.8, Carbohydrate 59.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 12.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the pasta toss will be. Look for prosciutto that is thinly sliced and not too salty. Use a good quality olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and not as flavorful.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the pasta, make sure to use a large pot so that the pasta has enough room to cook evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the pasta will cook unevenly and some of it may stick together.
  • Add the prosciutto and peas at the end of cooking. This will help to prevent the prosciutto from becoming tough and the peas from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the pasta toss to taste. Add salt and pepper to taste, and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Conclusion:

This prosciutto pasta toss is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover prosciutto. The combination of salty prosciutto, sweet peas, and creamy Parmesan cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish, give this prosciutto pasta toss a try.

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