PASTA WITH PEAS, PROSCIUTTO AND LETTUCE
Since I began eating more plants and less meat, I've experimented with using small amounts of meat in ways that exploit its flavor without making it central to the dish. In this recipe - pasta with spring vegetables - the meat is literally a garnish, but one with huge impact. That meat is prosciutto, and it's briefly cooked in a bit of oil, which accomplishes two things: It intensifies the ham's salty, meaty flavor, and it makes the prosciutto crisp, turning it into a nice textural foil for the tender pasta, peas and lettuce. You do need three pans to make this dish - a small skillet, a large skillet and a large pot for the pasta - but it's so fast that a little extra cleanup seems worth the trouble.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, appetizer, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil and salt it. Meanwhile, put one tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add prosciutto and cook, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes; set aside.
- When water boils, add pasta and cook until just tender; drain pasta, reserving some cooking liquid. Meanwhile, melt butter with remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and sprinkle with salt and pepper; cook until shallot begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add peas, lettuce and stock or wine to skillet and cook until peas turn bright green and lettuce is wilted, about 5 minutes. Add pasta to pan and continue cooking and stirring until everything is just heated through, adding extra stock or some reserved cooking liquid if needed to moisten. Toss with Parmesan cheese, garnish with prosciutto, adjust seasoning to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 795, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 101 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 925 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Jon Marques
[email protected]This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter sauce next time.
Dxsawon Dxsawon
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Atif Choudhary
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lettuce in pasta dishes, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lettuce added a nice crunch and freshness.
Munna ALi
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are just right.
Polywave Islanders
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more garlic and red pepper flakes next time.
tyler petee
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham or prosciutto. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
ThankGod Joseph
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out way too salty. I think I'll be more careful with the amount of salt I add next time.
Glenda Obiena
[email protected]This dish was delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the peas and prosciutto were cooked just right.
HB HASSAN BILAL
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I think I'll try a simpler pasta dish next time.
Shameer khan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this dish. The prosciutto and lettuce added a lot of flavor.
Arrogant mom
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love that I can use frozen peas and prosciutto, which makes it a great last-minute meal.
Quino Quino
[email protected]This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter sauce next time.
Abdulkarim Katongole
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of pasta, peas, or prosciutto that you like.
Tadiwanashe Rudziva
[email protected]This dish was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Bright Nkrumah
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less prosciutto next time.
Dipto
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Frady cat
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it was perfect! The pasta was cooked al dente and the peas and prosciutto were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
ANSUJIYA SIMENSIA
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning or a flavorful sauce.
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[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I often add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Isaac Edward
[email protected]This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The combination of peas, prosciutto, and lettuce was unique and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.