Creamy Ham and Asparagus Fettuccine

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This ham and asparagus pasta in a homemade Alfredo sauce is delicious. I love to make this rich and hearty dish when I have leftover ham. It's so filling, there isn't room for dessert!

Submitted by STEPHNDON
Updated on June 12, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta

  • 8 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • ½ cup unsalted butter

  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 8 ounces 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.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

754 Calories
56g Fat
45g Carbs
21g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 754
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56g 72%
Saturated Fat 33g 163%
Cholesterol 179mg 60%
Sodium 785mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 21g 42%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 190mg 15%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 377mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.