How to Make Penne Pasta with Peas and Prosciutto - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly comforting about a big bowl of pasta, especially when it's loaded with delicious ingredients like sweet peas and savory prosciutto. This penne pasta with peas and prosciutto recipe is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings for something hearty and flavorful.

The simplicity of this dish belies its bold and elegant flavors. The earthy sweetness of the peas complements the saltiness of the prosciutto, while the al dente penne pasta provides a satisfying bite. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 thin slices prosciutto, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 pound frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) package penne pasta
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion and prosciutto in hot oil until onion is soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into onion mixture; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour chicken broth, tomato sauce, and thyme into onion mixture. Add peas and beans; bring to a boil. Stir penne into broth mixture and cook for 7 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese into penne mixture, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let sit until the pasta absorbs most of the liquid, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    702 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 1138mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 121g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 264mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1059mg