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Pasta with 15 minute Ham, Pea, and Cream Sauce - Epicurious Fast Dinners Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 pound farfalle or other short pasta
salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 2 large)
4 ounces thick-cut ham (about 4 slices), cut into thin strips
1 cup frozen or fresh shelled peas
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
freshly ground black pepper
freshly grated parmesan (for serving)
Directions:
Directions:
Cook farfalle in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 2 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add shallots and 1/2 tsp. salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes (do not brown). Add ham, peas, and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest, 2 Tbsp. parsley, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Return pasta to pot. Toss with sauce and reserved pasta cooking liquid; season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates, then top with parsley and Parmesan and season with more pepper.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Can omit shallots or reduce amount to taste. Can use other lightly steamed vegetables like asparagus pieces or carrot slices instead of peas. For a lower calorie version use whole milk and add a little cornstarch to help thicken.

 

 

 

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