ORECCHIETTE PASTA WITH PEAS, HAM, AND CREAM
An easy Orecchiette Pasta recipe with Peas, Ham, and Cream
Provided by Michael Lomonaco
Categories Milk/Cream Pasta Sauté Ham Pea
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
- 2. Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When the butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
- 3. 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.
- 4. Drain pasta; place in 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 and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Sk Jaynal
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.
NAYEM HOSAN
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste. I often add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the sauce. I also like to use different types of cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiag
Dustin Gonzalez
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover ham. I often make it after Easter or Christmas when I have a lot of ham leftover. It's also a great dish to take to potlucks or parties.
Noor hassan Noori
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make. I usually add some chopped spinach or kale to the sauce for an extra boost of nutrients.
Kraig Kuhl
[email protected]This is my favorite orecchiette pasta recipe! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the peas and ham add a nice touch of sweetness and saltiness. I always get compliments when I make this dish.
hamza kh
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The sauce curdled and the pasta was overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Cha'vae Martinez
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I think I would have preferred it with a different type of pasta, such as penne or rigatoni.
MD tipu Tipu
[email protected]The instructions were not very clear. I had a hard time understanding how to make the sauce. I think it would be helpful if the recipe included more step-by-step instructions.
Moom Jan
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The sauce lacked flavor and the ham was not very flavorful either. I think I would have preferred it with more herbs and spices.
Mohsin Anees
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the ham was a bit salty. I think I would have preferred it with a lighter sauce, such as a tomato sauce.
Ivaalex
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Fay Aguon
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The orecchiette pasta is the perfect shape for holding the creamy sauce. The peas and ham add a nice pop of flavor and color. I will definitely be making this dish again and again.
suresh shing
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not a huge fan of peas, but they were cooked perfectly in this recipe. The ham and cream sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Danny Rios
[email protected]This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I often add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to give it a little extra flavor.
Mekdi Yeshitla
[email protected]I love the creamy texture of this sauce. It's so rich and decadent, and it pairs perfectly with the orecchiette pasta. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively light, so I don't feel too guilty after eating it.
Abdulahi Ali Nor
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and came together quickly. I used frozen peas and pre-cooked ham, which made it even faster. The result was a flavorful and satisfying meal that was perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Emma Chase
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of ham in pasta dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The ham added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the peas and cream. The orecchiette pasta was also a great choice, as it held the sauce well.
Tasha Sharrer
[email protected]This orecchiette pasta dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of peas, ham, and cream created a creamy and savory sauce that perfectly coated the tender pasta. I added a bit of extra garlic and Parmesan cheese, and it was absolutely deliciou