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| Penne with Westphalian Ham |
| Westphalian Ham is considered an extremely fine ham. It is produced from pigs raised on acorns in Germany's Westphalian forest. It is cured before being slowly smoked over beechwood mixed with juniper branches. The combination of the gourmet diet, curing and smoking results in a dark brown, very dense ham with a distinctive, light smoky flavor. Connoisseurs consider these hams among the best. |
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons COLAVITA Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small onion, diced
4 ounce Westphalian ham, cut into strips*
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces COLAVITA Penne pasta, cooked according to package directions
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Preparation:
In a medium skillet, heat the oil and butter together. Add the onions and ham, saute until onions are translucent. Add the peas, cream, salt and pepper; simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese and pasta. Toss well. Serves 4 as a first course, or, if doubled, 4 as a main course.
Per Serving: 600 Calories (55.5% from fat); 37g Fat (18g Sat, 14g Mono, 2g Poly); 17g Protein; 50g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 109mg Cholesterol; 790mg Sodium. Food Exchanges: 3 Grain (Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 6 1l2 Fat.
*Cook's Note: If you can't find Westphalian ham, you could substitute sliced prosciutto or regular ham, although the flavor will not be as intense.
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