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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces prosciutto, crudo or 4 ounces other unsmoked ham (raw or cooked)
  • 14 cup butter
  • 2 shallots, very finely chopper
  • 23 cup heavy cream
  • 12 ounces fettuccine
  • 12 cup parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper
  • fresh parsley (to garnish)

Method

  • Cut the fat from the ham and chop both lean and fat parts seperately into small squares Melt the butter in a medium frying pan and add the shallots and the squares of ham fat.
  • cook until golden.
  • Add the lean ham, and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Stir in the cream.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
  • Drain and pour onto a warm serving dish.
  • Toss with the sauce.
  • Stir in the cheese and serve immediately, garnish with a sprig of parsley.