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Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto

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The crispy prosciutto topping is impastable to resist!

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Prep Time

4 minutesPrep time

Cooking Pot

20 minutesCook time

Calories

397 cal.Per serving

Ingredients

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Utensils

Stovetop, Pot (small), Frying pan, Knife

recipe

Pasta (fusilli or rotini)

Step 1

In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.

Red onion

Step 2

Meanwhile, peel & small dice the red onion.

Garlic

Step 3

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the red onion & grate in the garlic. Sauté for 3-4 min, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Tomato purée
Basil (fresh)

Step 4

Add the tomato purée & basil leaves (optional). Season with salt & pepper. Continue cooking for 4-5 min, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 5

When the pasta is done, set aside a small ladle of cooking water, then drain the pasta.

Parmesan (grated)

Step 6

Add the reserved cooking water & the grated parmesan. Mix well. Add the drained pasta & mix again. Keep warm.

Prosciutto

Step 7

Meanwhile, in a second frying pan over medium-high heat, add the slices of prosciutto. Cook on both sides until crispy, then remove from the heat & transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Pine nuts

Step 8

Serve the creamy tomato pasta on a plate & sprinkle with extra parmesan, if you'd like. Add the crispy prosciutto pieces on top, followed by a few basil leaves & pine nuts, if using. Enjoy!

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Nutrition facts

Average estimated amount for one serving

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Energy397 cal.
Fat15 g
Carbohydrates62 g
Protein18 g
Fiber6 g

Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.

On average, one serving of the recipe "Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto" contains 397 Energy, 15 g of Fat, 62 g of Carbohydrates, 18 g of Protein, 6 g of Fiber.

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