Fettuccine Gratinati Al Prosciutto

Indulge in the decadent flavors of Italy with Fettuccine Gratinati al Prosciutto, a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive main course for entertaining. This recipe combines tender fettuccine with a luscious homemade béchamel sauce infused with nutmeg, layered with savory slices of prosciutto and melted mozzarella. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb and Parmesan crust, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, this baked pasta dish is a comforting, crowd-pleasing masterpiece that will bring the essence of Italian comfort food straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g fettuccine pasta
• 50 g unsalted butter
• 40 g all-purpose flour
• 600 ml whole milk
• 100 g grated Parmesan cheese
• 100 g grated mozzarella cheese
• 100 g thinly sliced prosciutto
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• 0.25 tsp nutmeg
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta until just al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the béchamel sauce over medium heat until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the nutmeg, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, and all of the mozzarella. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Grease a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Layer half of the cooked fettuccine in the dish.

Step 7

Spoon half of the béchamel sauce over the pasta and evenly distribute half the prosciutto slices on top.

Step 8

Repeat the layers with the remaining fettuccine, béchamel sauce, and prosciutto.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the dish.

Step 10

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1427.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3311.1

Total Fat 142.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 427.8mg	0%
Sodium 7999.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.2g
Protein 168.0g	0%

Vitamin D 272.3IU	0%
Calcium 2622.2mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1576.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 42.9%