Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Ham

Indulge in a creamy and flavorful pasta dish with Angela's Alfredo Ham recipe. This dish combines tender pieces of ham with a rich and velvety Alfredo sauce, creating a symphony of flavors in each bite. The sauce is made from scratch using simple ingredients like butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Serve this dish with your favorite pasta for a satisfying and comforting meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 8 oz fettuccine pasta
• 1 cup cooked ham, diced
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the diced ham to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Allow the cream to simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
6. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Keep in mind that the ham and Parmesan cheese already add some saltiness to the dish.
7. Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss the pasta until it is well coated with the sauce.
8. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to ensure the pasta is heated through.
9. Serve the creamy Alfredo pasta with ham hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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