Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce

Health score
18%
Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce
30 min.
8
414kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful dish that seamlessly blends the rich flavors of Italy—Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce. This recipe is perfect for gatherings, family lunches, or cozy dinners, and it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impressive meals alike.

Imagine the enticing aroma of finely chopped prosciutto sizzling in olive oil, mingling with sautéed garlic and golden onions, creating a mouthwatering base for this sauce. The addition of Italian plum tomatoes brings a vibrant acidity, perfectly balanced by a touch of sugar. With a gentle simmer, this sauce thickens into a sumptuous blend that you will want to savor.

What sets this dish apart is not just its incredible taste, but also its versatility. Serve it as a main course, a side dish, or as part of a larger buffet spread. Elevate your meal with shavings of Parmigiano-Reggiano for an extra layer of flavor that will have everyone reaching for more. Nutritionally balanced, with just 414 calories per serving, it’s a delightful option for those who want to enjoy a filling meal without the guilt.

So gather your ingredients, and let the magic unfold in your kitchen. This Penne with Tomato Prosciutto Sauce recipe promises to be a new favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • ounces fine-quality prosciutto such as prosciutto di parma, finely chopped and separated into pieces (1 1/2 cups) thinly sliced
  •  garlic cloves finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings accompaniment: parmigiano-reggiano finely grated (shavings or )
  • pound penne rigate 
  • 56 ounce plum tomatoes in juice italian drained finely chopped canned
  • cups onion red finely chopped
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a wide heavy medium pot over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté onion until golden, about 10 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until golden, about 1 minute.
  3. Add prosciutto and sauté until golden, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes with reserved juice, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool, uncovered, then chill, covered, at least 8 hours (to allow flavors to develop).
  5. Cook penne in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente.
  6. Drain well.
  7. While pasta cooks, reheat sauce over medium heat.
  8. Toss pasta with some of sauce in a serving bowl and serve remaining sauce on the side.
  9. Sauce can be chilled up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories414kcal
Protein19.55%
Fat27.12%
Carbs53.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.26
Glycemic Load
20.55
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.760000083757%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.35mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.44mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
9.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:413.66kcal
20.68%
Fat:12.55g
19.3%
Saturated Fat:5.64g
35.23%
Carbohydrates:55.51g
18.5%
Net Carbohydrates:50.61g
18.4%
Sugar:9.18g
10.2%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:8736.51mg
379.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.35g
40.71%
Selenium:42.91µg
61.31%
Manganese:0.84mg
41.88%
Calcium:402.65mg
40.27%
Vitamin A:1888.23IU
37.76%
Phosphorus:375.74mg
37.57%
Vitamin C:30.38mg
36.83%
Potassium:687.51mg
19.64%
Fiber:4.89g
19.57%
Vitamin K:18.52µg
17.64%
Magnesium:69.48mg
17.37%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.19%
Copper:0.31mg
15.74%
Zinc:2.06mg
13.73%
Folate:49.7µg
12.42%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.42%
Vitamin B3:2.28mg
11.38%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.77%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.4%
Iron:1.71mg
9.48%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.11%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%
Source:Epicurious