A rich Alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine noodles, salty ham and sweet peas makes for dinner hour perfection.

Fettuccine with Ham and Peas is a rich and comforting pasta dish that combines creamy, indulgent sauce with savory and sweet flavors.

The smooth homemade Alfredo sauce, made from butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, coats the fettuccine noodles to absolute dinner perfection.

Diced ham adds a smoky, salty and slightly sweet depth, while vibrant green peas provide a pop of sweetness and color.

This satisfying dish strikes a perfect balance between hearty and fresh, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special gathering.

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Fettuccine with Ham and Peas

An alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine, salty ham and sweet peas.

Prep Time10 minutes minutes

Cook Time20 minutes minutes

Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

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• 1 lb. fettucine noodles
• 6 Tbsp butter
• 2 cups cream
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• pepper just a pinch
• 3 cups diced ham
• 15 oz. can sweet peas well drained
• veggies or salad side dish

Instructions

• In medium saucepan, cook fettucine noodles as directed on package. Drain.
• In skillet, melt the butter and then whisk in the heavy cream. Over medium high heat, wait for bubbles to form and then stir in the Parmesan cheese. Whisk into the cream and butter, so that it doesn't stick to the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the nutmeg and pepper. Once the alfredo sauce forms, gently stir in the diced ham and peas.
• Toss cooked fettuccine noodles into the skillet with alfredo sauce, ham and peas. Stir through and serve immediately.
• Serve Fettuccine with Ham and Peas with favorite sides.