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Fettuccine Straw and Hay
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 6
The first time I tried it, it became a favorite. In fact, we may be having it for dinner tonight! From the Ladies Home Journal 100 Great Pasta Recipes cookbook.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup diced onion
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup whipping cream
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 lb plain fettuccine pasta, cooked according to package directions, drained
1/2 lb spinach fettuccine, cooked according to package directions, drained
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto ham, julienned
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion; cook for 3 minutes.
3. Carefully add broth, salt, and pepper; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup.
4. Add the heavy cream and boil until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in peas, and cook 1 minute more until heated through.
6. Toss the sauce with pasta, prosciutto, and Parmesan cheese.
By RecipeOfHealth.com