
Mezze Penne with Artichokes
Mezze penne with artichokes is a tasty first course typical of Lazio cuisine. The pasta is enriched with fresh artichokes, sliced prosciutto crudo, and a delicate grating of Parmesan cheese. The slightly bitter taste of the artichokes combines with the sweetness of the prosciutto to create a perfect blend. This recipe is simple to prepare but rich in flavor and aroma.
Ingredients
- Mezze penne pasta
350G350G - Artichokes
44 - Sliced prosciutto crudo
80G80G - Carrot
11 - Onion
11 - Celery
1Stalk1Stalk - Marjoramto taste
- Lemon
11 - Extra virgin olive oil
5Tablespoons5Tablespoons - Grated parmesan cheeseto taste
- Saltto taste
- Pepperto taste
Preparation
- STEP 1 OF 6
Remove the thorns and any choke from the artichokes, cut them into wedges, and soak them in water acidulated with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
- STEP 2 OF 6
Chop the celery, carrot, and onion, then sauté them gently for a few minutes in a pan with hot oil, stirring often.
- STEP 3 OF 6
Add the well-drained artichokes, salt, and pepper to taste, and cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes, adding a little hot water if necessary.
- STEP 4 OF 6
A couple of minutes before the end of cooking, add the prosciutto cut into regular strips and the coarsely chopped marjoram.
- STEP 5 OF 6
Boil the pasta in plenty of salted boiling water, drain it well, and immediately toss it with the prepared sauce and grated Parmesan cheese to taste.
- STEP 6 OF 6
Serve immediately.
Suggestions
Pasta Pot
Pan
Knife
General Information
Storage notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
More information
Typical dish of the Lazio region
Origin
Italia, Lazio
Analysis
Attention
Macronutrients (100 gr)
Attention
Energy (kcal) | 165.92 |
Carbohydrates (g) | 21.15 |
of which Sugars (g) | 2.39 |
Fat (g) | 6.11 |
of which Saturates (g) | 1.11 |
Protein (g) | 6.47 |
Fiber (g) | 2.91 |
Sale (g) | 0.21 |
- Proteins6.47g·18%
- Carbohydrates21.15g·58%
- Fats6.11g·17%
- Fibers2.91g·8%