Pasta Shells alla Vodka with Prosciutto & Peas
Pasta and Vodka Sauce with Prosciutto and Peas is a twist on the traditional recipe. Jarred marinara sauce is the base for this pasta recipe with a creamy tomato sauce.
Servings: 8
Calories: 292kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound shells pasta
- 1 package (7 ounces) chopped prosciutto
- 1 onion chopped, 1/2 cup
- 2 plum tomatoes chopped, 1 cup
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup vodka
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas thawed
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Meanwhile, in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, cook prosciutto and onion until onion is tender and prosciutto is lightly browned, 3-4 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Cook until mixture is tender, 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add vodka. Cook 1 minute.
- Stir in marinara sauce and peas. Cook until hot and bubbly, 4 minutes.
- Stir in cream. Cook until heated through, 1 minute.
- Serve pasta with sauce.
Notes
Makes 11 cups/8 servings.
If prepackaged chopped prosciutto isn't available in your grocery store just ask your deli man to cut you a 7-ounce piece of prosciutto, then chop it into 1/4-inch pieces and you're all set!
Nutrition
Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg