Contributed By: Lynda
DCC
Prosciutto and spinach add great color to this pasta dish.
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Pork
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Egg & Cheese
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree
Ingredients
8 oz Uncooked fettuccine
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 Small clove garlic, minced
2 oz Thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped
1 (10 oz) package Fresh spinach
1 large egg
1/2 cup (2 oz) grated fresh Parmesan cheese, divided
1/8 tsp Black pepper
Preparation
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain pasta in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
2. While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. add garlic; saute 3 minutes or until wilted.
3. Combine reserved 1/2 cup cooking liquid and egg in a bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add pasta and egg mixture to pan; stir well. Cook over low heat 4 minutes or until egg mixture is slightly thick, stirring constantly (do not boil). Stir in 1/4 cup cheese and pepper. spoon 1 cup pasta mixture onto each of 4 plates; top each serving with 1 tbsp cheese. Serve immediately.
Cook's Notes
A delicious, simple dinner for those busy evenings.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 349
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Total Fat: 10 g
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Saturated Fat: 3 g
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Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
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Carbohydrates: 45.5 g
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Protein: 19 g
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Vitamin A: 6753 IU
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Vitamin C: 20 mg
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Calcium: 199 mg
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Sodium: 658 mg
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Iron: 4.3 mg
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Fiber: 3.5 g