Ham Mushroom Fettuccine

Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Ham Mushroom Fettuccine, a pasta dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender fettuccine pasta coated in a luscious cream sauce, infused with the savory goodness of diced cooked ham, earthy cremini mushrooms, and rich Parmesan cheese. Sautéed garlic and butter bring a fragrant depth to the dish, while a touch of reserved pasta water balances the sauce to silky perfection. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this 30-minute meal is a true crowd-pleaser. Serve it up with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Keywords: creamy pasta recipes, ham fettuccine, mushroom pasta, easy weeknight dinner, Parmesan cream sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1.5 cups cooked ham, diced
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cup reserved pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the mushrooms have softened and released their juices.

Step 5

Add the diced cooked ham to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 6

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated into the sauce.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 9

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

Garnish the fettuccine with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately, sprinkling additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1578.2 grams (1578.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3782

Total Fat 221.40g	284%
Saturated Fat 118.70g	594%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 739mg	246%
Sodium 7186mg	312%
Total Carbohydrate 267.00g	97%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 161.90g	324%

Vitamin D 23IU	114%
Calcium 951mg	73%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1787mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 28.8%