Name: Quick Penne with Creamy Ham and Mushroom
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 350g/12oz penne pasta; 2 x 80g packs parma ham; 250g/9oz small brown chestnut mushrooms; 200g/7oz full-fat crème fraîche

Serves 4

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Pantry items

350g/12oz penne pasta
2 x 80g packs parma ham
250g/9oz small brown chestnut mushrooms
200g/7oz full-fat crème fraîche

- parma ham2 x 80g packs
  2.59
- small brown chestnut mushrooms250g/9oz
  0.95
- full-fat crème fraîche200g/7oz
  0.75
Total4.29

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Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Stir in the chopped ham and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the ham is heated through.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the double cream. Simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Add the cooked penne to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and butter, allowing them to melt into the sauce, creating a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Finish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.