Creamy Pasta Alfredo with Asparagus and Crispy Prosciutto
This Creamy Pasta Alfredo is served with asparagus and peas...and topped with crispy prosciutto!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: alfredo, asparagus, creamy pasta sauce, pasta
Servings: 6servings
Calories: 724kcal
Author: David
Ingredients
16oz.cavatappi pasta
2tspolive oil
4oz.prosciuttothinly sliced and cut into strips
1cupwhite oniondiced
1½tspgarlicminced
1cupheavy cream
4Tbspunsalted butter
2Tbsplemon juice
8oz.asparagustrimmed and cut into 1” pieces
1½cuppeasfresh or frozen
1½cupsParmesan cheesegrated
½tsppepper
½cupfresh basilchopped
Instructions
Using a large stockpot, add salted water and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 5-6 minutes less than package instructions. Add asparagus and continue cooking for 5-6 more minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
Meanwhile, pour olive oil into large skillet and place over medium heat. Once hot, add prosciutto. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry; set aside.
Add diced onion and garlic to skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions just begin to soften (4-5 minutes).
Add heavy cream, butter and lemon juice; let simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until butter has fully melted and mixture has thickened slightly.
Add cooked pasta, asparagus, peas, Parmesan cheese and pepper; stir until well combined. Finally, add up to ½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed) and the chopped fresh basil. Toss until well combined.