Prosciutto and Asparagus Alfredo is a simple pasta dish with crispy prosciutto in a store-bought or homemade alfredo sauce!
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 4 ounces prosciutto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
- kosher salt, pepper
- 16 ounces alfredo sauce (store-bought or follow directions in note section of this recipe card)
- Optional: fresh basil or green onions for garnish
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Boil pasta according to package directions in salted water. Set aside 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Cut prosciutto into 2-inch pieces using kitchen scissors.
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While pasta is boiling, set a large skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto and cook about 3 minutes until crisp, flipping a few times. Remove from skillet.
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Add olive oil, asparagus, kosher salt, and pepper to same skillet over medium heat. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring a few times.
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Add pasta, pasta water, and alfredo sauce to skillet with asparagus. Toss until combined with tongs and cook 1 more minute.
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Serve topped with crispy prosciutto and basil or green onions if desired.
Homemade Alfredo Sauce
To a medium saucepan add 2 tablespoons butter and once melted add 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, bring to a boil and reduce the heat to simmer for 5 minutes. Watch carefully as it comes to a boil, so it does not bubble over.
Add 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and pepper and stir until melted.