Creamy, Zesty Meyer Lemon Sauce with Prosciutto over Lemon Pepper Pappardelle
Serving Size:Â Â 4-6
Prep Time:Â 10 Minutes
Cook Time:Â 30 Minutes
Total Time:Â 40 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 lb. Pappardelle's Lemon Pepper Pappardelle
4 slices prosciutto
3/4 tsp. kosher salt
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tsp.
1 Tbsp. Meyer lemon zest
2 Tbsp. Meyer lemon juice
1 tsp. honey
3 medium shallots, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3 oz. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, for garnish
1/3 cup Meyer lemon supremes, for garnish
Instructions:Â
- Heat olive oil and lemon zest in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salt, honey, and shallots, and cook until shallots are softened and oil is hot, about 5 minutes. Whisk in cream. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Pour 1 tsp. olive oil into a large skillet. Arrange slices of prosciutto in an even layer in pan. Set over medium-low heat and cook, turning occasionally, until prosciutto is crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Add lemon juice to noodles and toss well to combine.Â
- Stir cheese and 1/4 cup reserved cooking liquid into skillet with cream sauce. Add pasta and toss to coat well. Tear prosciutto and toss again until thoroughly combined. Add remaining pasta water if necessary.Â
- Divide pasta into dishes. Garnish with pepper and Meyer lemon supremes. Serve and enjoy!
