Penne with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto, and Mint

Health score
13%
Penne with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto, and Mint
40 min.
4
494kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Penne with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto, and Mint. This dish beautifully marries the earthy flavors of oyster mushrooms with the savory richness of prosciutto, creating a symphony of taste that will tantalize your palate. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a sophisticated dinner, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 40 minutes—but also offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors.

The creamy fontina cheese melts seamlessly into the pasta, while the fresh mint adds a refreshing burst that elevates the dish to new heights. Each bite is a celebration of Italian-inspired ingredients, making it a fantastic choice for both casual meals and special occasions. With a caloric count of 494 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free, knowing it’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbohydrates.

Whether you're entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to a delicious meal, Penne with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto, and Mint is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • cup fontina italian grated
  • cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • pound oyster mushrooms sliced
  • 0.5 pound penne pasta 
  • slices pancetta chopped

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil.
  2. Add 1 tbsp. salt and penne. Cook until barely tender to the bite.
  3. Drain; set aside.
  4. In the same pot, heat olive oil over high heat.
  5. Add mushrooms and remaining tsp. salt and cook, stirring constantly, until mushrooms stop giving off liquid and start to brown, about 10 minutes. Turn heat to medium-high and add garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth and penne and cook until broth is absorbed. Stir in cheese until melted and coating the pasta. Take off heat and stir in mint.
  6. Serve immediately, topped with prosciutto and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories494kcal
Protein16.42%
Fat42.67%
Carbs40.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.75
Glycemic Load
17.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.718260899834%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.74mg
Hesperetin
0.57mg
Apigenin
0.31mg
Luteolin
0.72mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.83kcal
24.69%
Fat:23.8g
36.61%
Saturated Fat:8.56g
53.53%
Carbohydrates:51.33g
17.11%
Net Carbohydrates:46.4g
16.87%
Sugar:3.43g
3.81%
Cholesterol:41.51mg
13.84%
Sodium:2169.61mg
94.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.6g
41.21%
Selenium:44.71µg
63.87%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.76%
Phosphorus:370.91mg
37.09%
Vitamin B3:6.97mg
34.83%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.44%
Copper:0.48mg
24.03%
Calcium:216.2mg
21.62%
Zinc:2.98mg
19.87%
Fiber:4.93g
19.72%
Potassium:676.85mg
19.34%
Vitamin B5:1.91mg
19.08%
Folate:61.75µg
15.44%
Iron:2.75mg
15.29%
Magnesium:60.95mg
15.24%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.98%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.47%
Vitamin A:597.42IU
11.95%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.3%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.67%
Vitamin K:7.42µg
7.07%
Vitamin D:1.01µg
6.72%
Vitamin C:2.26mg
2.74%
Source:My Recipes