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Creamy Penne al Baffo

Penne al Baffo is a quick and easy pasta dish made with fresh cream, cooked ham, and tomato sauce.
Recipe Creamy Penne al Baffo
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Preparation 10 minutes
  • Cooking 15 minutes
  • Servings for 4 servings

Creamy Penne al Baffo Recipe (also known as Penne al Baffo) is one of the easiest and quickest pasta dishes you can make. Simply prepared with Heavy Cream, Cooked Ham, and Tomato Puree, this pasta dish is a foolproof recipe that both adults and children love!

Perfect for a family lunch or a last-minute dinner, these Penne with Tomato, Ham and Cream are one of those dishes that will win over children from the very first bite, ideal when you’re looking for something new that they’ll surely enjoy.

This creamy pasta dish combines the smoothness of heavy cream (panna fresca – you can find it in most supermarkets as “heavy cream” or “whipping cream”), Italian cooked ham (prosciutto cotto – available at Italian delis or can be substituted with good quality cooked ham), and tomato puree (passata di pomodoro – available in most grocery stores in the Italian section).

Ingredients for 4 servings

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Method

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  1. To prepare Penne al Baffo (Creamy Ham Pasta), start by peeling, cleaning, and finely chopping the onion. Pour a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick pan, add the chopped onion and let it soften.
  2. When the onion starts to brown, add the diced cooked ham and continue cooking for another couple of minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, add the tomato puree, season with a pinch of salt, and stir to combine all ingredients.
  3. Continue cooking the sauce until it reaches a fairly thick consistency. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of lightly salted water, making sure to drain it while still al dente (firm to the bite).
  4. Transfer the pasta directly to the pan with the sauce, toss for a few minutes to finish cooking and coating the pasta evenly. Serve the Penne al Baffo hot! Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!
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Variations and Alternatives

You can enrich this pasta dish with additional ingredients such as Zucchini, Green Peas, or Fresh Cherry Tomatoes to create your own variation.

Tips

For an even tastier dish, we recommend using homemade Tomato Passata (Italian strained tomatoes). Making your own passata will give your dish that authentic Italian flavor.

Storage

Penne al Baffo (Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta) is best enjoyed immediately after preparation. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day.

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