15 Minute Pasta

15 Minute Pasta
  • Author: Mary Berry

Indulge in a flavorful and creamy pasta dish with this Penne with Parma Ham and Mushroom recipe. Crisp Parma ham, brown chestnut mushrooms, and a rich crème fraîche sauce come together to create a delectable combination tossed with penne pasta. Finish off this satisfying meal with a side of fresh green salad and crunchy bread for a delightful dining experience.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 350g/12oz penne pasta
  • 2 x 80g/3oz packs Parma ham
  • 250g/9oz small brown chestnut mushrooms
  • 200g/7oz full-fat crème fraîche
  • 100g/3½oz Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • and saltpepper
  • green salad
  • crunchy bread

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain and set aside
  • Heat a frying pan until hot. Add the Parma ham and fry until crisp. Transfer half the ham onto a plate and set aside. Add the mushrooms to the pan and fry for 2 minutes. Add the crème fraîche and bring to the boil. Add the pasta, Parmesan and parsley and toss over the heat. Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with a green salad and crunchy bread.

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Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 6