How To Make Creamy Linguine with Ham, Lemon & Basil
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz linguine
- 1 cup diced ham
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced ham. Cook until the ham is lightly browned.
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Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon zest and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
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Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
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Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the creamy linguine with a garnish of fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Calories : 580kcal
- Total Fat : 29g
- Saturated Fat : 17g
- Cholesterol : 107mg
- Sodium : 660mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 53g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 25g
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