Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine
Description
This ham and asparagus pasta in a homemade Alfredo sauce with cream, butter, and Parmesan is a rich, easy dinner, and it's great for using leftover ham.
Ingredients
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12 ounces dry fettuccini noodles
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8 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
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2 cups heavy cream
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1/2 cup butter
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3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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1/2 pound cooked ham, diced
Directions
1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in fettuccini and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir asparagus into pot during last 5 minutes of cooking; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
2
Meanwhile, heat cream and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until begins to bubble; stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham until heated through.
3
Stir sauce into pasta and asparagus; toss until well combined. Serve immediately.