Creamy linguine with ham, lemon & basil

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Creamy linguine with ham, lemon & basil
25 min.
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364kcal

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If you’re looking for a quick yet delicious dish to impress your family or guests, look no further than this Creamy Linguine with Ham, Lemon & Basil! This delightful pasta dish combines the rich flavors of crispy prosciutto, fresh basil, and zesty lemon to create an unforgettable dining experience. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can whip it up for a weeknight dinner or serve it as an elegant starter at your next gathering.

The creamy sauce, made from luscious crème fraîche and egg yolks, clings perfectly to the al dente linguine, ensuring that each bite is a delightful burst of flavor. And let’s not forget the added touch of freshly grated parmesan that elevates this dish to gourmet status. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish, an antipasti, or even a light snack, it’s a versatile recipe that appeals to all culinary cravings.

This recipe is not only delicious but also surprisingly straightforward, making it perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. The balance of rich and tangy flavors with that hint of earthiness from basil creates a delightful harmony that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So grab your frying pan, gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into a bowl of creamy, comforting goodness that beautifully showcases the art of simple cooking!

Ingredients

  • 400 pasta like spaghetti 
  • 90 pancetta 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  juice of lemon 
  •  egg yolk 
  • tbsp crème fraîche 
  • large handful basil 
  • large handful parmesan grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Cook the linguine. Meanwhile, tear the ham into small pieces and fry in the olive oil until golden and crisp.
  2. Drain the pasta, reserving a little of the cooking water, then return to the pan. Tip in the cooked ham.
  3. Mix together the lemon juice, egg yolks and crme frache, then add this to the pan along with the basil and Parmesan.
  4. Mix in with tongs, adding a little of the cooking water, if needed, to make a creamy sauce that coats the pasta.
  5. Serve with extra Parmesan grated over the top, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein13.11%
Fat30.32%
Carbs56.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.17
Glycemic Load
20.02
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
10.037826071615%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.54kcal
18.18%
Fat:12.1g
18.62%
Saturated Fat:3.71g
23.18%
Carbohydrates:50.82g
16.94%
Net Carbohydrates:48.67g
17.7%
Sugar:2.15g
2.39%
Cholesterol:78.35mg
26.12%
Sodium:110.82mg
4.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.77g
23.55%
Selenium:48.77µg
69.68%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.07%
Phosphorus:177.3mg
17.73%
Copper:0.21mg
10.34%
Magnesium:38.62mg
9.65%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.76%
Fiber:2.15g
8.61%
Zinc:1.28mg
8.56%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.05%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.64%
Iron:1.13mg
6.25%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.78%
Potassium:198.72mg
5.68%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.62%
Folate:22.36µg
5.59%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.41%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.44%
Calcium:31.44mg
3.14%
Vitamin A:148.63IU
2.97%
Vitamin K:2.99µg
2.85%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.57%
Vitamin C:2.05mg
2.48%