Rebecca Marshall
@rebeccahealth
Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine
A rich and creamy fettuccine dish featuring tender asparagus and savory ham, perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:easter
- Ingredients:9
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 12 ounces
- 8 ounces
- 2 cups
- 1/2 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1 pinch
- 8 ounces
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine.
Step 1
Begin by filling a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a vigorous boil.
Step 2
Once boiling, add the fettuccini and cook it uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
In the final 5 minutes of cooking, toss in the asparagus to cook alongside the pasta.
Step 4
After draining the pasta and asparagus, transfer them to a spacious bowl.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, gently heat heavy cream and butter over medium heat until it starts to bubble.
Step 6
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and a hint of cayenne pepper.
Step 7
Keep stirring as the sauce thickens to a creamy delight.
Step 8
Once the sauce is ready, fold in the diced ham and stir until it’s warmed through.
Step 9
Finally, pour this luscious sauce over the fettuccini and asparagus, tossing everything together until well coated.
Step 10
Serve this comforting dish immediately and enjoy the delightful blend of flavors.