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Spaghetti with Arugula, Roasted Peppers & Prosciutto

:  Spring 2003, The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)

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The complex flavors of a good Parmesan, such as Reggiano, and a high-quality prosciutto, such as San Danielle, Volpi or di Parma, are essential for this pasta. Less expensive products will often contribute more saltiness than true flavor to the final result. Ask for a sample at the delicatessen when buying--if it tastes good on its own, it will make the dish taste good as well.


Spaghetti with Arugula, Roasted Peppers & Prosciutto Recipe

Makes: 4 servings, about 2 cups each

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Nutrition Profile

Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | High calcium | High fiber |

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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti, (see Ingredient note)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, trimmed of fat and cut into thin strips (1/2 cup)
  • 1 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and cut into thin strips (1 1/2 cups)
  • 8 cups arugula leaves, (8 ounces)
  • 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

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Preparation

  1. Cook spaghetti in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant but not colored, 1 to 2 minutes. Add prosciutto and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in roasted peppers and arugula; increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring often, until the arugula is wilted, 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Reserving 1/3 cup of the cooking water, drain the spaghetti and place in a warmed large bowl. Add the reserved water, arugula mixture, 1/3 cup Parmesan and pepper; toss to coat well. Sprinkle with walnuts and the remaining Parmesan and serve.

Tips & Notes

  • Ingredient Note: We tasted several brands of whole-wheat spaghetti and preferred the appealing springiness and nutty flavor of Bionaturae, found in the natural-foods section of large markets and natural-foods stores.

Nutrition

Per serving: 496 calories; 16 g fat ( 3 g sat , 4 g mono ); 16 mg cholesterol; 73 g carbohydrates; 23 g protein; 13 g fiber; 834 mg sodium; 388 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: 90% dv vitamin a, 55 mg vitamin c (90% dv), 51% dv fiber, 5 mg iron (25% dv), 90 mcg folate (24% dv).

Carbohydrate Servings: 4

Exchanges: 4 starch, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1 lean protein, 2 fat


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Recipe Categories

Type of Dish
Main dish, combination meal
Main dish, Other
Pasta
Ethnic/Regional
Italian
Mediterranean
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
30 minutes or less
Health & Diet Considerations
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Heart healthy
High calcium
High fiber
Servings
4
Main Ingredient
Pork
Preparation/ Technique
Saute
Meal/Course
Dinner

Season
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Style/Theme
Everyday favorites
Quick (total 30 min. or less)
Publication
The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)
Spring 2003
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