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Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine

Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 15 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta

  • Vegetables

    • 8 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • Dairy

    • 🥛 2 cups heavy cream
    • 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter
    • 🧀 ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Seasonings

    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

STEPS

1

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in fettuccini and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir asparagus into pot during last 5 minutes of cooking; drain and transfer to a large bowl.

2

Meanwhile, heat cream and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it begins to bubble; stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham until heated through.

3

Stir sauce into pasta and asparagus; toss until well combined. Serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

754

Calories

  • 21
    Protein
  • 45
    Carbs
  • 56
    Fats

💡 You can use leftover ham for this recipe, making it a great way to reduce food waste.If fresh asparagus is unavailable, frozen asparagus can be substituted. Just thaw and blanch before adding to the dish.For an extra kick, add a little more cayenne pepper to the sauce.