Creamy Mushroom & Ham Pasta
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
551 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Creamy Mushroom & Ham Pasta
Description
Creamy Mushroom & Ham Pasta brings together sautéed mushrooms seasoned with parsley, oregano, and a touch of salt, cooked down until the water has nearly evaporated. The ham is stirred in next to blend the flavors. A sauce made from heavy cream and flour is added and stirred over medium-high heat until it thickens, creating a smooth coating for the cooked, short-cut pasta.
The dish balances the earthiness of mushrooms with the smokiness of ham and the richness of the cream-based sauce. The herbs add freshness and depth without overpowering the main ingredients. Preparing the sauce by thickening the cream with flour gives it body to cling to the pasta effectively.
This meal can be served immediately for best texture and flavor. It’s ideal for a satisfying dinner that uses simple ingredients with straightforward cooking steps while offering a rich mouthfeel and balanced savory notes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups mushroom chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 3 or 4 sprigs fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup ham chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 cups pasta short, cooked; originally 1 1/2 - 2 cups dry
Instructions
- In a large frying pan add the olive oil, mushrooms, parsley, oregano, salt and water, cook almost covered on medium heat, stirring occasionally until mushrooms are cooked and water has almost evaporated.(about 10-15 minutes).
- While mushrooms are cooking boil and cook pasta al dente. Once the mushrooms are cooked add the ham gently mix together.
- Add the cream and flour and cook on medium high heat, stirring constantly until thickens, add pasta, toss gently and serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 551kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 739mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 875IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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