This pasta with peas and ham is a quick and comforting meal that brings together savory and sweet flavors in perfect harmony. The saltiness of the ham complements the sweetness of the peas, while the pasta serves as a satisfying base for this easy yet delicious dish
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The secret to making this dish extra creamy without adding heavy cream is to reserve some of the pasta cooking water. Mixing it with a bit of Parmesan creates a silky sauce that coats the pasta beautifully. It’s a simple trick that adds richness without weighing down the dish.
Ingredients
1 pound small pasta shells or elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
One 10-ounce package frozen peas
1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham or prosciutto, coarsely chopped
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped dill
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta shells until al dente. Drain the shells, return them to the pot and toss with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat until golden, about 4 minutes. Add the peas and ham and cook until the peas are hot and the ham is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the cream and stock and simmer over moderate heat until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir the cream sauce into the shells. Add the Parmesan and dill and season with salt and pepper. Serve in bowls.
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