12 Minute Pasta Recipe

Ready in just 12 minutes! This elegant and delicious pasta recipe is surprisingly simple. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe combines perfectly cooked pasta with crispy breadcrumbs and salty prosciutto for an unforgettable flavor experience. Impress your friends and family with this fast and flavorful meal!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 885.2 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
12 Minute Pasta

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 12 Minute Pasta

  • Orecchiette
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
  • 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
  • Kosher Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Flat Leaf Parsley

How to Make 12 Minute Pasta

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the other ingredients: thinly slice the prosciutto, grate the Parmesan cheese, and chop the parsley.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Season breadcrumbs with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the breadcrumbs.
  7. Add the prosciutto and Parmesan cheese; toss to combine. Add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water if the mixture seems too dry.
  8. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the pasta is heated through and the cheese is melted and slightly creamy.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

36g

Carbs

33g