Mary Berry’s 4-step ‘delicious’ pasta that ‘everyone loves’ is ready in under 15 minutes
Mary Berry's quick pasta recipe is so delicious and perfect for summer.
Mary Berry has shared a plethora of recipes throughout her career, including many pasta recipes. However, if you’re looking for something quick and easy, the chef's 15-minute pasta recipe is perfect.
The recipe notes said: “This is my standby pasta supper as it is so delicious, so quick, and everyone loves it. Great for everyday or for casual supper parties too. Its base is a creme fraiche pasta sauce, and it’s topped with crispy Parma ham, which gives tons of flavour and great texture.” This recipe serves six people, but any leftovers will keep in the fridge.
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Ingredients
For the pasta:
- 350g penne pasta
- Two 80g packs of Parma ham, snipped into small pieces
- 250g small brown chestnut mushrooms, halved or quartered
- 200g full-fat creme fraiche
- 100g Parmesan, grated
- Two tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
To serve:
- Green salad, optional
- Crunchy bread, optional
Method:
Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling, salted water according to the packet instructions, then drain and set aside.
Heat a frying pan until hot and then add the Parma ham and fry until crisp. Transfer half of the ham onto a plate and set aside.
Add the mushrooms to the pan and fry for two minutes. Add the creme fraiche and bring to a boil.
Add the pasta, Parmesan and parsley, tossing together over the heat. Season well with salt and pepper. Serve with a green salad and crunchy bread if you fancy.
