Creamy Ham and Asparagus Tagliatelle

"This is an indulgent dish but one that's perfect for using fresh asparagus."
 
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Ready In:
40mins
Ingredients:
10
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Cook the asparagus in boiling water until just tender.
  • Drain, setting aside some of the cooking water.
  • Cool and slice on the diagonal.
  • Heat the butter and olive oil in a frying pan, before adding the onion.
  • Sauté until soft and then add the ham, cooking for a further minute.
  • Add the asparagus and a ladle full of the cooking water.
  • Simmer until most of the water has evaporated.
  • Set aside while cooking the pasta in a separate pot, until al dente.
  • When the pasta is nearly ready, reheat the sauce and add the cream, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for five minutes or until reduced by half.
  • Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle parmesan on top.

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Reviews

  1. Nice pasta dish. I used fettuccine and leftover ham. This was so simple to put together and tasted great. Thanks Sackville for a nice treat. Made for Bargain Basement Tag.
     
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